Job Opening for Animal Care Manager
The Animal Care Manager reports to the clinic director and is responsible for the day-to-day care of the wild animal patients at the rehabilitation center. Her/his primary responsibilities include:
- Assuming primary responsibility for all non-veterinary animal care and all aspects of animal husbandry: appropriate, clean, and safe housing; appropriate and nutritious food; appropriate and compatible cage mates, etc.;
- Following instructions of the Veterinarian/Clinic Director, perform and assist with medical treatments (e.g., medications, bandaging, therapy, etc.);
- Performing examinations of incoming patients to triage for return to wild, treatment at center, or euthanasia;
- Maintaining complete and accurate case records of all patients;
- Maintaining inventory of animal food, supplies, and housing and ordering as appropriate;
- Supervise animal care staff, who do animal husbandry and clean and maintain the facility; and
- Coordinate recruitment, orientation, training, scheduling, and supervision of interns, volunteers, and apprentices, working with the others as appropriate.
Qualifications: An ideal candidate for the Animal Care Manager position will have:
- A college degree in biology or other animal-related science;
- Hands-on experience working with small wildlife;
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple employees and volunteers in a clinical environment;
- A wildlife rehabilitation permit or veterinary technician training and experience (preferred);
- Ability to work collaboratively in a high-pressure environment; and
- Good health, stamina, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Hours and Benefits: Full time, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., five days/week with one weekend day required. Fifty percent of employee health insurance. Paid sick days and vacation time. Liberal education support. Salary to be commensurate with experience.
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references by e-mail to: Dr. Sarah Sirica, Clinic Director, City Wildlife, Inc. at sarah.sirica@citywildlife.org. Deadline for application is 5:00 p.m. EST on March 15, 2024.