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Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Great Work Environment
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
We are seeking a Kennel Assistant to join our team! As a Kennel Assistant, you will be providing daily care for the animals we are responsible for, ensuring all of their needs are met. That can include feeding them, cleaning their kennels and play spaces, engaging them in play, walking them, and more. You will also be responsible for creating and maintaining excellent records of the animals and their care, including temperament and preferences. The ideal candidate loves animals, has basic knowledge of good animal handling procedures, and works well independently and within a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Meet basic and higher needs for all animals under our care, including feeding, enrichment, and hygiene breaks
- Play or walk the animals, as needed
- Clean kennels and work areas daily
- Wash bedding and toys
- Greet and assist customers or adopters
- Maintain excellent records of all animals
Qualifications
- Experience working with animals desired
- Familiarity with animal handling procedures and best practices
- Strong organizational skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
Compensation: $14.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
When pets have safe, forever homes, they thrive. And with their loving companionship, so do we.
At Humane Fort Wayne, we work tirelessly for the benefit of pets and the people who love them. Everything we do—from adoption and retention programs to wellness services, community outreach and education—helps to promote their happiness and well-being.
From our staff to our members, to our volunteers—we are Humane Fort Wayne.
We’re for people. We’re for pets. We’re for Love, Unleashed.
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Employee Discounts
Employees receive specialty pricing on Humane Fort Wayne products and
services.
Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
A healthcare plan and a dental plan is provided for full-time staff members
beginning 60 days from the date of employment.
Health Savings Account
A Health Savings Account is offered to all full-time staff members enrolled in
an eligible healthcare plan.
401K
HFW offers a 4% match ROTH 401(k) plan.
Paid Time Off
Full time employees working 30+ hours per week and part time employees
working 24+ hours per week are eligible for paid time off and wellness time
off.
Free Annual Spay/Neuter & Annual Adoption
Employees are eligible for one shelter adoption and spay or neuter per calendar year.






