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Dallas Pets Alive

Medical Inbox Coordinator

Dallas, TX · On-site

Dallas Pets Alive! is a highly respected animal rescue organization and provides the perfect place to utilize your skills to grow personally and professionally. Our mission is to promote and provide ...

Austin Pets Alive

Veterinary Internship

Austin, TX · On-site

$80K/yr

Veterinary Intern Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin's most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national ...

Austin Pets Alive

Veterinary Internship

Austin, TX · On-site

$80K/yr

Veterinary Intern Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin's most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national ...

Austin Pets Alive!

Veterinary Internship

Austin, TX · On-site

$80K/yr

Veterinary Intern Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin's most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national ...

Austin Pets Alive!

Veterinary Internship

Austin, TX · On-site

$80K/yr

Veterinary Intern Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin's most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national ...

Dallas Pets Alive

Medical Needs Coordinator

Dallas, TX · On-site

Dallas Pets Alive! is a highly respected animal rescue organization and provides the perfect place to utilize your skills to grow personally and professionally. Our mission is to promote and provide ...

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How much do pets alive jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for pets alive in the United States is $17.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Pets Alive jobs?

Pets Alive jobs refer to positions at Pets Alive, a nonprofit animal rescue organization dedicated to saving the lives of animals and finding them loving homes. Jobs at Pets Alive can include animal care technicians, adoption coordinators, veterinary assistants, and administrative staff. Employees work directly with animals, help with adoptions, and support the daily operations of the shelter. These roles are ideal for individuals passionate about animal welfare and looking to make a difference in their community.

What skills and qualifications are needed to work at Pets Alive?

To thrive as an Animal Shelter Worker, you need a solid understanding of animal care, handling, and basic medical knowledge, usually supported by experience with animals or relevant certifications. Familiarity with shelter management software, animal enrichment tools, and basic first aid is often required. Compassion, patience, teamwork, and strong communication skills set outstanding candidates apart in this role. These skills are crucial to ensure animal well-being, maintain a safe and organized environment, and facilitate positive outcomes for both animals and adopters.

What challenges do animal care staff face at Pets Alive, and how can applicants prepare?

Animal care staff at Pets Alive often face challenges such as working with animals that have diverse behavioral and medical needs, managing a fast-paced environment, and balancing emotional attachment with professional boundaries. Applicants can prepare by gaining experience with a variety of animals, developing strong communication skills for working with both team members and the public, and learning basic animal first aid. Being adaptable and resilient is key, as every day can bring new situations and surprises.

What is the difference between Pets Alive vs Animal Care Technician?

Pets AliveAnimal Care Technician
Focuses on shelter management, volunteer coordination, and community outreachPerforms daily animal care, health monitoring, and facility cleaning

Pets Alive roles often include administrative and outreach duties, while Animal Care Technicians primarily handle hands-on animal care. Both positions require animal handling skills and may need certifications like pet first aid. Pets Alive staff typically work in shelter environments, but with broader responsibilities, whereas Animal Care Technicians focus on direct animal health and welfare. The roles are complementary within the animal shelter industry, with Pets Alive emphasizing community engagement and management, and Animal Care Technicians concentrating on daily animal care tasks.

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Infographic showing various Pets Alive job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,751 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Shelter Admin (Dallas Animal Services)

Dallas Pets Alive

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Dallas Pets Alive! is a highly respected animal rescue organization and provides the perfect place to utilize your skills to grow personally and professionally. Our mission is to promote and provide the resources, education, and programs needed to eliminate the killing of companion animals in North Texas - and volunteers make our mission a reality.

With over 350 Volunteers on more than 10 teams, we have numerous opportunities for you to join our mission. By dedicating your valuable time to DPA, you are directly impacting our ability to achieve our organizational goals in a fun and supportive community. To learn more about Dallas Pets Alive! visit https://dallaspetsalive.org

As a Rescue Shelter Admin, you provide the organization with a dedicated representative to work hand in hand with the administration side of a continued positive partnership of Dallas Pets Alive! and our shelter partners.

Team: Rescue

Time Commitment: Estimate 4-6 hours per week. Must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months of volunteer service.

Compensation: This is a Volunteer Position with no monetary compensation

Reports to: Our Rescue Director, Vice President of Animal Operations, and Executive Director.

Works with: This volunteer will have regular and continuous contact virtually or over the phone with employees of Dallas Animal Services, along with Dallas Pets Alive! team leaders and fosters. This opportunity will also require consistent communication and availability in case of shelter emergency rescue needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor emails from Dallas Animal Services and/or their social media for pets in need
  • Complete brief write-ups with photos of shelter pets in need and add to DPA's Trello networking albums (ideally daily but if not feasible as frequently as possible)
  • Add shelter candidates to Trello "Pending" albums for review and approval to network to fosters
  • Maintain Dallas Animal Services Trello boards (Dogs In Need & Cats In Need) for candidates, adding and removing pets based on availability
  • Request medical and other records as needed from Dallas Animal Services for any pets added to the Trello board

Qualifications/Skills:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must not have conflicting associations with similar non-profit organizations or business(es) related to animal welfare
  • Ability and willingness to maintain consistent availability in case of emergencies.
  • Have some related animal/rescue group experience, preferred
  • Ability to work virtually (Email, Slack, Phone). A flexible work schedule to answer shelter partner correspondence during the work day is preferred but not required.
  • Must be organized and skilled at record-keeping

What we look for in our Volunteers:

  • Commitment to DPA!'s mission and values.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to maintain professional-level correspondence at all times.
  • A motivational, can-do attitude to represent DPA! in a positive manner to our supporters and the general public.
  • A problem-solving mindset to handle and diffuse challenging situations in a professional manner.
  • A love for animals and dedication to the cause of animal welfare.
  • Must not have conflicting associations with similar non-profit organizations or business(es) related to animal welfare.

Our Commitment to You:

Dallas Pets Alive! champions a world where:

  • Both ends of the leash are respected and honored. All individuals are treated with dignity, compassion, and understanding.
  • We treat all living beings as they wish to be treated.

DPA is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive culture that reflects the uniqueness of the animals and communities we serve. We will lead with positive intent and foster inclusivity and belonging in all that we do.

DPA! has a zero-tolerance discrimination policy. Unfair or prejudicial treatment of people and groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation will not be tolerated.

To be considered for this position, please complete our Official Volunteer Application at https://dallaspetsalive.org/volunteer/volunteer-application/

For general information about volunteering, visit https://dallaspetsalive.org/volunteer/

Dallas Pets Alive! is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive culture that reflects the uniqueness of the animals and communities we serve. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation. To request reasonable accommodation, contact volunteer@dallaspetsalive.org.

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