Animal Transport Associate

Job description

Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV), a privately funded, 501(c)(3) non-profit, has been serving people and pets in Silicon Valley since 1929. HSSV is a leader in animal welfare through our lifesaving efforts, community programs, and the many ways we are working to move the animal welfare industry forward. Our mission is to save lives, keep families together, and create a better future for pets and their people. We are a passionate, high-performing team who believes that collaboration is key to our success. Our best work is achieved by leveraging each other’s strengths and creating opportunities for professional growth. Join a team that focuses on our key values of kindness, courage, and impact ! Overview The Animal Transport Associate is responsible for transporting animals to and from multiple locations in the Bay Area and other areas in California, in support of HSSV’s Regional Rescue Program. This is a highly collaborative role requiring proactive communication, coordination with multiple departments, and expert time management. Above all, the Animal Transport Associate must be detail oriented, punctual, and keep the animals in their care as safe and comfortable as possible. Key Responsibilities Map out the most optimal routes for each animal transport to maximize efficiency and safety. Provide animals with a comfortable and safe transport between locations, in a clean, secure vehicle. Effectively monitor the environment during transport to ensure their safety and welfare. Ensure animals are housed in kennels appropriate for their size and temperament. Maintain detailed documentation of behavioral evaluation, medical history and treatment information, veterinary treatments, photographs, and pertinent history. Ensure all animals are handled properly and medical and behavioral concerns are thoroughly communicated upfront to key departments and disease transmission is minimized by following HSSV protocols. Demonstrate an attitude of consideration and courtesy and present a positive HSSV image in all interactions with the public, volunteers, and co-workers as well as staff and volunteers at other partner shelters. Maintain and communicate HSSV values to the public, volunteers, and co-workers. Ensure that HSSV vehicles are kept clean and maintained and ready for transport use. Act as a liaison between partner shelters and HSSV, gaining a deep understanding of their needs and working within HSSV to find ways we can help them beyond transport. Train transport volunteers to go on rescue runs or to help with providing other partner shelter support. Other job duties may be assigned as needed. Requirements Hands on experience with animal handling and reading animal body language. Experience identifying animals that will need medical and behavioral resources. Outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills (with internal and external audiences), including excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience working in a fast paced, ever-changing environment. Current driver’s license and acceptable driving record for HSSV insurance purposes. Experienced and comfortable in driving large vehicles. Ability to follow directions as well as work independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment and be able to lift and move animals and objects weighing up to 50 pounds for short distances (as well as control heavy dogs of up to 120 pounds or more when on leash) and humanely restraining animals when necessary. Physical activity with loading, unloading and cleaning vehicles; lifting, bending, twisting, and pushing/pulling will be required. Ability to operate effectively with exposure to animals that may be under socialized, fearful, feral, unruly, and/or aggressive. Frequent exposure to loud noise, odors, and chemicals. Exposure to controlled substances, needles, syringes, and other supplies used to treat animals. Work Days and Hours Hours are flexible hours based on organizational needs. Hours will include early morning, days or evening hours, weekdays or weekends on a regularly scheduled basis. Some overtime may be required. Candidate Tip Add "" to your email contact list so you make sure to receive emails from HSSV regarding your application.