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ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation WORK LOCATION: Animal ... Temporary - Part Time DAYS WORKED: Varied HOURS WORKED: Varied APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL:

Animal Care Technician - Part Time

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

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 Technician ...

Job Type Part-time Description Animal House Jacksonville is seeking an experienced Animal Care Tech with a passion for providing top notch care, and a desire to grow with a company of like-minded ...

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

As of Sep 5, 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 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.

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 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 jobs can I do if I love animals?

Jobs for those who love animals include animal care assistant, pet groomer, dog walker, veterinary assistant, and shelter worker. These roles often require compassion, basic animal handling skills, and sometimes certifications or training in animal first aid or care. They typically involve working in kennels, clinics, or shelters and may have flexible or part-time schedules.
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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, 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,056 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Animal Care Receptionist-Part Time

City of Farmington

Farmington, NM • On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Greet and direct all guests to ensure outstanding customer service.

  • Assist in the intake, handling, and medical procedures of animals, including weighing, vaccinating, and microchipping.

  • Perform receptionist duties such as answering phones, collecting fees, and managing shelter software data entry.


City Of Farmington (New Mexico) rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

347th of 855 rated public administrative organizations


Job description

JOB POSITION #58: PART-TIME ANIMAL CARE RECEPTIONISTNUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation / FRASWORK LOCATION: Animal Shelter HIRING RANGE: $13.00 - $15.00/per hourDAYS WORKED: VariedHOURS WORKED: VariedTYPE OF POSITION: Temporary, Part-Time (Including Weekends) APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL: Until FilledJOB DUTIES:ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Ensure outstanding customer service for all guests by politely greeting and directing all guests.Work with customers to adopt, surrender or turn in stray animals.Responsible for receiving money and operating cash register. Assists in insuring daily revenue close outs are completed and balanced.Performs data entry into shelter software.Assists in preparing daily, monthly and yearly intake/outcome inventories and reports.Assists in the intake of animals; weighing, vaccinating, scanning for microchip and initial medical exam. Must be comfortable handling animals with unknown temperaments.Performs custodial and cleaning duties of animal shelter.Will perform a variety of miscellaneous receptionist duties such as answering phone, collecting fees, running errands, scheduling veterinary appointments, picking up supplies, helping set up for events, etc.Assists and responds to public inquiries and complaints about animal shelter made in person or by telephone.Other duties as assigned.Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.QUALIFICATIONS:This position is subject to the City's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program. This includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Ability to handle difficult people and situations with respect, calmness and courtesy.Understanding confidentiality and the ability to maintain it.Ability to perform data entry at a rate sufficient to perform duties of the job.Ability to operate tools and equipment listed.Ability to work well under pressure and in stressful situations.Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers and be able to interact with patrons in a pleasant and positive manner.Knowledge of animal handling and animal husbandry is preferred.Valid New Mexico driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years or state of current residency.Considerable knowledge of Administrative office skills with experience in typing, computer, calculator, telephone and related office machines.Must have ability to work a varied shift including weekends and holidays.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, participants and the Administrative public.Must be able to work around animals without an allergic reaction.Extensive background checks required.TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:Personal computer, calculator, phone, automobile.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds individually. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.The noise level in the work environment is generally noisy.  WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V.
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