Careers

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at the Humane Society of Ventura County. We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and promotes equality in the workplace. We are seeking individuals with exemplary character and skills to help us accomplish our mission of promoting the health, safety, welfare, compassionate care, and protection of all animals through education and community outreach programs.

Bi-lingual (Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply. Please stop by the shelter located at 402 Bryant St. in Ojai to fill out an application.

Animal Care Associate

Job Description:

    Who We Are:

    The Humane Society of Ventura County (HSVC) is a local, private, non-profit compassionate care shelter dedicated to animal welfare. We accomplish our mission by promoting the health, safety, welfare, compassionate care, and protection of all animals through education and community outreach programs. We have been serving our community since 1932.

    To learn more about us, visit www.hsvc.org.

    Who Are You:

    As an Animal Care Attendant, you are responsible for providing high quality care to the animals within HSVC. You will perform specialized work in providing care for animals in the shelter, including feeding and caring for animals, socializing the animals, maintaining clean and sanitary conditions, treating and medicating animals, maintaining records, and providing customer service. You will assist in the adoption process to help match pets with their new forever homes while maintaining a courteous and professional attitude.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    • Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
    • Observe animals to detect illnesses and injuries and notify the Kennel Manager or Assistant Kennel Manager. Assist the public in finding a compatible pet.
    • Assist in animal intake and cage transfers.
    • Feed and water all animals according to schedules.
    • Rotate all dogs throughout the day to the exercise yards.
    • nspect cages, pens, and grounds for cleanliness and structural defects.
    • Transfer animals to and from the clinic.
    • Keep kennels cleaned throughout the day.
    • Bathe and groom animals as required
    • Follow procedures to keep animals comfortable in inclement weather.
    • Restock supplies.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

      To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    • Must be 18-years-old or older to apply
    • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent on-the-job experience.
    • General knowledge of, and genuine compassion for, domestic animals and wildlife.
    • Strong interpersonal skills; works well and communicates effectively with the general public, other staff members, and volunteers.
    • Efficient clerical skills including accurate paperwork completion and data entry.
    • Uses good judgment.
    • Flexible, capable of working both independently and as a member of a team.
    • Accurately comprehends and interprets written and verbal instruction and procedures.
    • Works effectively under pressure and able to work on a variety of tasks at the same time.
    • Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
    • Able to lift and/or carry animals and materials weighing at least 50 pounds.
    • Able to bend stoop stretch, stand, walk, run and extend arms above the shoulders.

    AVAILABLE TO ALL EMPLOYEES WITH PETS:

  • Free vaccines, spay/neuter, and microchipping.
  • Discounted pet adoptions.

    • WORKING CONDITIONS
    Combination of indoor and outdoor environment. The environment may include exposure to chemicals used for cleaning and medical purposes, noises, odors, pet dander, and animals (including those with uncertain dispositions). Protective gear is required when appropriate (earplugs, safety glasses, etc.). Varied schedule; work on weekends and/or holidays may be required.

    For more information about our available job opportunities and how to apply, please visit our website at https://www.hsvc.org/employment_opportunities.

    The Humane Society of Ventura County is an equal-opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

    BENEFITS:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Employee discount
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off

    COMPENSATION:

Client Service Representative

Job Description:

  • Understand, support and articulate shelter policies and philosophies to the public in a positive and effective manner.
  • Answer phones and direct incoming calls appropriately. Dispatch service calls to Humane Officers.
  • Receive public in a courteous and professional manner, providing complete and accurate information.
  • Maintain an esthetically pleasing and organized work environment.
  • Assist prospective owners in selection of animals for adoption, the preparation of adoption forms and notification to new owners of the free pet examination offer.
  • Maintain list of prospective pet owners and contact them when desired type of animal is available.
  • Assist in the identifying owners of lost animals.
  • Admit and fill out paperwork for incoming animals.
  • Maintain all files in a neat and orderly manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • General knowledge of, and genuine compassion for, domestic animals and wildlife.
  • Strong interpersonal skills; works well and communicates effectively with the general public, other staff members and volunteers.
  • Uses good judgement.
  • Efficient clerical skills including accurate paperwork completion and data entry.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs.
  • Flexible; capable of working both independently and as a member of a team.
  • Accurately comprehends and interprets written and verbal instruction and procedures.
  • Works effectively under pressure and able to work on a variety of tasks at the same time.
  • Able to lift and/or carry animals and materials weighing at least 15 pounds.
  • Able to bend, stoop, stretch, stand, walk, run and extend arms above the shoulder.

BENEFITS:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

COMPENSATION: