Wildlife Technician

SPCA Tampa Bay Florida Inc.

Wildlife Technician

Largo, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Tuition assistance

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    We’re looking for a Wildlife Technician to join our open-admission, for-all animal shelter. Being a “for-all” shelter means that SPCA Tampa Bay will not limit admission or refuse to take in a pet. As part of the operations team, you’ll have hands-on experience working with Florida wildlife.

    What you’ll do:

    Provide humane care to wildlife undergoing rehabilitation under the state and federal permit.

    Provide medical care to a variety of wildlife that may include procedures and medications.

    Communicate with community members and/or volunteers regarding injured wildlife while providing excellent customer service.

    What we’re looking for:

    You embrace our core values: Customer Service, Teamwork, Compassion, and Community.

    You are eager to learn and grow within the animal welfare industry.

    Previous animal handling experience preferred.

    What you get:

    120 hours of PTO + 6 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays

    All health benefits start the 1st of the month following your hire date. Short-term disability and life insurance policy provided at no cost to you

    403b retirement plan you can start contributing to the 1st of the month following your hire date with a 25% match, up to $1500 per year after a year of employment

    Discounted veterinary services and pet food