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Animal Care Specialist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$14/hr

Title: Animal Care Specialist Supervised by: Director of Operations / Assistant Director of ... Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt Organization Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit (FAMD) is dedicated ...

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Animal Care Specialist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$14/hr

Title: Animal Care Specialist Supervised by: Director of Operations / Assistant Director of ... Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt Organization Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit (FAMD) is dedicated ...

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Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

Summary Part time, regular (not seasonal) / daytime hours only between 7am - 5pm - targeting average of 24 hours per week (3 days total). Weekend availability required. The Laboratory Animal Care ...

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How much do part time animal care jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time animal care in the United States is $18.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time animal care workers, and how can they be managed?

Part-time animal care workers often face challenges such as adapting to varying animal temperaments, managing physically demanding tasks, and maintaining consistency in animal routines despite irregular hours. To manage these, strong communication with full-time staff is essential to stay updated on animal needs and any changes in care plans. Additionally, being proactive in learning about animal behavior and practicing proper safety protocols can help ensure both worker and animal well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time animal care worker?

To thrive as a Part Time Animal Care worker, you need basic animal handling skills, knowledge of animal behavior, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning protocols, feeding schedules, and software for recordkeeping or scheduling is typically required. Compassion, reliability, and strong communication skills are important for building trust with animals and collaborating with staff. These abilities ensure the well-being of animals, efficient care routines, and a safe, supportive environment.

What is a part time animal care?

Part time animal care jobs involve working with animals on a flexible or reduced-hour schedule, often in settings like animal shelters, veterinary clinics, pet boarding facilities, or zoos. Responsibilities can include feeding animals, cleaning enclosures, walking dogs, providing basic health checks, and assisting with socialization and exercise. These roles are ideal for individuals who love animals but may have other commitments, such as school or another job, and typically require compassion, reliability, and a willingness to handle a variety of animal care tasks.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Animal Care job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,056 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Animal Care (Part-time)

Asheville Humane Society

Asheville, NC

$16.15/hr

Part-time

PTO

Posted 24 days ago

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Description

Since 1984, Asheville Humane Society has dedicated itself to ensuring every animal has the quality of life they deserve-a life worth living.


Now, we go beyond our walls to help create a more humane community for pets and the people who love them. As the only open-intake animal shelter in Buncombe County, we're always here for the animals in our community.


Position Summary:

The Animal Care position is responsible for the direct care of the animals housed at the Buncombe County Animal Shelter and Asheville Humane Society Adoption Center. Duties include but are not limited to, cleaning animal areas, feeding, watering, medicating, enriching, and walking. This position also works closely with AHS Volunteers.


This position requires the ability to stand for long periods and sufficient manual dexterity to use animal handling and cleaning equipment on a regular basis. It requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach, and lift items weighing at least 50 pounds to a level of 4 feet high the ability to handle dogs weighing up to 150 lbs. This position also requires exposure to loud noises.


Schedule: The Animal Care position is a part-time position (24 hours/week) that works on the Animal Care Campus. The schedule for this position may vary dependent on need but shifts will between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm or 9:00 am and 6:00 pm.


Compensation & Benefits: The compensation for the Animal Care position starts at $16.15/hour. AHS is pleased to offer a benefits package to part-time employees that includes: 30 hours of PTO in the first year, pet prescription discounts, and more!


Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all animals at the Shelter and Adoption Center.
  • Ensure that every animal has the Five Domains met consistently.
  • Follow all cleaning protocols, medicating protocols, and safe animal handling procedures.
  • Daily cleaning of all animal areas, which includes laundry, dishes, and mopping public areas as needed.
  • Monitor animal care supply inventory and equipment or building repairs and report as necessary.
  • Assist in maintaining the overall cleanliness of the buildings and grounds.
  • Assist with properly storing and inventorying delivered supplies, equipment, and donations.
  • Responsible for responding to departmental requests that may require animal care assistance.
  • Responsible for reporting animal temperament/behavior and medical/health concerns to the appropriate department.
  • Understand euthanasia policy and follow proper communication protocols.
  • Responsible for assisting the Medical and Behavior Departments with handling, restraining, moving, and medicating animals.
  • Attend mandatory staff training and meetings as assigned.
  • Successfully complete the Fear Free Shelter course within 90 days of hire.
  • Collaborate with volunteers to support AHS goals, ensuring clear communication, guidance, and shared responsibility in executing tasks and projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • Ability to properly utilize the shelter software.
  • Ability to apply proper, safe animal handling skills and knowledge of individual animal temperament.
  • Ability to work with volunteers and co-workers in a professional manner.

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