Demonstrated interest in and compassion for animals;
Intermediate knowledge of characteristics of different types of animals;
Intermediate knowledge of animal behavior indicators;
Intermediate knowledge of safe animal handling techniques;
Intermediate knowledge of work planning techniques;
Intermediate knowledge of the focused animal specialty area and/or program as required per the position;
Knowledge of current industry best practices;
Knowledge of team leadership techniques;
Knowledge of animal training techniques using a positive reinforcement approach;
Knowledge of customer service techniques;
Knowledge of medical administration techniques as required by the position;
Knowledge of coaching, and counseling techniques as required per the position;
Knowledge of safe driving principles and practices;
Ability to assist, coach, counsel, supervise, train, and evaluate others to include safety, policies, procedures, and practices;
Ability to make assessments and recommendations;
Ability to prioritize tasks and provide guidance;
Ability to be flexible and adjust work plans to meet immediate needs when necessary;
Ability to learn procedures, occupational hazards, and safe work practices;
Ability to follow precise instructions for dispensing medication;
Ability to handle animals in a humane manner and without personal injury;
Ability to move quickly to respond to conditions and situations involving animals;
Ability to handle, restrain, and move heavy, immobilized, or resistant animals;
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds;
Ability to maintain a high level of ethical standards;
Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and to be truthful at all times;
Ability to read animal behavior and maintain a safe environment;
Ability to document animal behavior in clear language based on observable behavior;
Ability to learn and teach animal training techniques using a positive reinforcement approach;
Ability to work collaboratively with others, avoid negative interpersonal altercations, and maintain good working relationships;
Ability to learn job related information;
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing to others, including presentations;
Ability to contribute to a stress-free environment for both animals and people;
Ability to safely operate equipment and software necessary to perform position requirements;
Ability to work outdoors as well as indoors and be subject to variable weather conditions and exposure to potentially infectious diseases or allergies, as well as wetness and moisture;
Ability to bend, stand, stoop, kneel, reach, crawl, walk, and sit;
Ability to hear, speak, touch, feel, and smell;
Ability to see with close vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus;
Ability to be frequently exposed to loud noises above 95 decibels such as barking of dogs and other animal noises;
Ability to firmly grasp and have wrist extension and rotation on a frequent basis.