Animal Care Associate - Dog Team (53044)
Summary
Provide daily care and enrichment for dogs, including feeding, cleaning, and medication administration, while assisting with adoptions and health monitoring at a shelter.
Care for pets. Find them homes. Save lives. That’s the mission at Nevada Humane Society.
We’re a high-save organization helping nearly 34,000 animals in our community each year and caring for approximately 10,000 across both of our campuses. through sheltering, adoptions and community-centered programs and services that help find pets loving homes and keep them there. We are seeking a Dog Team Animal Care Associate to join our team at our Reno Campus. In this role, you’ll provide daily care, support positive outcomes, and help match pets with the families who will love them for life.
At NHS, lifesaving work is powered by dedicated professionals. We support our team with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and a workplace rooted in compassion, teamwork, and purpose.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Animal care associate
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Department: |
Animal Care Dog Team |
Reports To: |
Animal Care Manager or Assistant Manager |
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Supervises: |
None |
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FLSA/Work Hours Status: |
Varies |
DOL Status: |
Non-Exempt |
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Base Pay Range: |
Base pay range is calculated by position title, and experience. It is determined within the departmental budget. Changes to the range are approved by the CEO. |
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Our Dog Team Animal Care Associate plays an important role in advancing Nevada Humane Society’s mission.
As an Animal Care Associate, you contribute to Nevada Humane Society’s mission by providing proper care for all animals housed at Nevada Humane Society based on assigned department. Your work directly supports the organization’s mission by providing compassionate and high-quality animal care, while demonstrating core competencies in teamwork, professionalism, safety awareness, adaptability, and community engagement, contributing to fundraising efforts and the promotion of a positive public image and reflects our commitment to care for pets, find them homes and save lives.
Position-Specific Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, respectful care to all animals.
- Support intake and movement of animals through evaluations and designated pathways.
- Administer vaccinations, medications, and assist with surgery prep and recovery (Carson Campus)
- Monitor animal health and behavior through daily wellness checks; report illness and follow emergency protocols.
- Ensure accurate documentation, including database updates, photos, and adoption profiles.
- Maintain clean and sanitary animal areas through daily deep cleaning and spot cleaning.
- Provide food, water, special diets, grooming, exercise, and enrichment.
- Maintain appropriate kennel signage and cards based on medical and behavioral history.
- Assist adopters using the Adopters Welcome philosophy; communicate with fosters and adopters for timely placements.
- Transport animals to appointments, events, and partner organizations.
General Responsibilities
- Helps promote fundraising activities and solicit support from agency overall.
- Interacts with co-workers and volunteers in an efficient and courteous manner to ensure a cooperative team environment amongst all departments.
- Maintain and promote a positive public image relevant to Nevada Humane Society standards.
- Represents Nevada Humane Society, professionally with customers, donors, and business partners.
- Attend and participate in departmental and shelter meetings. Attend educational conferences/seminars as recommended/approved.
- In the event of an emergency, assist with the handling and evacuation of animals located at any Nevada Humane Society campus.
- Participate in disaster preparedness and response activities for the organization and community as it pertains to pet related needs.
- Address and/or report any safety hazards or unsafe activities.
- Perform other responsibilities as requested by direct management, and/or the CEO.
BENEFITS & PERKS
In Nevada
Nevada employers often provide competitive benefits, but NHS stands out with:
- Employer-paid medical & vision premium option (Full-Time Employees)
- Pet-centric benefits not typical in most benefit packages
- Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on day one rather than waiting periods.
- This puts NHS at or above local and national trends for comprehensive total compensation and unique personal perks
Full-Time Employees Are Eligible For:
• Nine paid holidays • 90% employer-paid buy-up options and low-cost dental plans
• Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
All Employees are eligible for:
• Low-cost supplemental plans including Life Insurance, Accident, and Short-Term Disability
• Pet-focused perks such as free vaccines, spay/neuter, and end-of-life services for employee-owned pets
• Free and reduced-cost pet adoptions
• Up to 50% off major brand and prescription pet food delivered directly to the shelter
WHY NORTHERN NEVADA?
Northern Nevada offers an exceptional blend of career opportunity, quality of life, and outdoor adventure, making it an ideal place for professionals who value meaningful work and true work–life balance. Anchored by Reno and Carson City, the region continues to attract people who want to make an impact while enjoying everything life outside of work has to offer.
A Community That Works — and Plays
Northern Nevada is home to:
• Approximately 300 days of sunshine each year
• Easy access to Lake Tahoe, Pyramid Lake, and the Sierra Nevada mountains
• World-class skiing, hiking, biking, paddling, and year-round recreation just minutes away
Here, it’s possible to start your morning on a trail, spend your day doing meaningful work, and unwind by the river or in the mountains after hours.
With no state income tax, abundant sunshine, a diverse economy, and unmatched access to outdoor recreation, Northern Nevada is an ideal home for animal welfare professionals seeking both purpose and balance.