Primary Purpose: Assist the Equine Manager in daily operations of the Houston SPCA Equine and Farm Animal program, ensuring that every animal and customer receives the highest quality care and service
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Must be able to work in both the Houston and Hempstead locations as needed
- Assist with overall daily operations, including equine intake, data collection, medical procedures, training assessments, transports, and adoption.
- Feed and provide daily care for all animals in such manner as to ensure a low stress environment.
- Observe animals for signs of illness or injury; administering medications or treatments to ill/injured animals under direction from the veterinarian.
- Work with horses daily in preparation for adoption.
- Maintain assigned equipment, supplies, facilities, etc. in a safe and clean condition.
- Clean and disinfect assigned areas according to prescribed protocols daily.
- Transport animals within the shelter based on each animal's unique needs.
- Advise potential adopters of Houston SPCA adoption benefits, policies and procedures.
- Assist with farm maintenance as needed.