About Us:
Lifeline of Galveston County is a rapidly growing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless pets. Founded in 2020, we envision a future where local municipal shelters no longer have to euthanize animals due to a lack of space, and where community members have access to the resources they need to keep their pets healthy, happy, and at home.
At our Pet Adoption Center, we house approximately 30-40 felines and 2-4 canines, while also supporting 40-50 pets in foster care at any given time. As a grassroots organization, we take pride in our innovative, hands-on approach to animal welfare.
Joining Lifeline of Galveston County means becoming part of a mission-driven team where your work has a direct and lasting impact on animals and the community. We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth, leadership, and skill development in the animal welfare field.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that saves lives every day, we encourage you to apply!
Lifeline of Galveston County is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Lifeline of Galveston County is a rapidly growing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless pets. Founded in 2020, we envision a future where local municipal shelters no longer have to euthanize animals due to a lack of space, and where community members have access to the resources they need to keep their pets healthy, happy, and at home.
At our Pet Adoption Center, we house approximately 30-40 felines and 2-4 canines, while also supporting 40-50 pets in foster care at any given time. As a grassroots organization, we take pride in our innovative, hands-on approach to animal welfare.
Joining Lifeline of Galveston County means becoming part of a mission-driven team where your work has a direct and lasting impact on animals and the community. We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth, leadership, and skill development in the animal welfare field.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that saves lives every day, we encourage you to apply!
Lifeline of Galveston County is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Open Positions:
Animal Care Technician (Part-Time- 20 HOURS/WEEK)
Job Summary: This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the animals in our care. The position is tiered to reflect increasing levels of responsibility, skill, and expertise.
Tier 1: Basic Care and Maintenance
Primary Responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
Tier 1: Basic Care and Maintenance
Primary Responsibilities:
- Clean and sanitize kennels, cages, and common areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment for animals.
- Provide daily care, including feeding, watering, and exercising animals.
- Administer basic medications and treatments under supervision.
- Monitor the health and behavior of animals and report any concerns to the appropriate personnel.
- Assist with daily operational tasks, such as laundry, dishwashing, and stocking supplies.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and process adoptions, including counseling potential adopters, completing adoption paperwork, and ensuring a smooth transition for the pet.
- Assist in maintaining accurate records for each animal, ensuring all medical and behavioral information is up-to-date.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Implement and oversee sick protocols for shelter and foster animals, including isolating sick animals, administering necessary medications, and monitoring their recovery.
- Perform detailed examinations of sick shelter and foster pets.
- Facilitate sick protocols as needed, including administering fluids, performing blood draws, and providing other supportive care using SOPs.
- Work closely with the management and veterinary partners to ensure all animals receive timely and appropriate care.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
- Comfortable working in a physically demanding and fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to handle animals of varying sizes and temperaments safely and with care.
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Emotional Resilience: Must be able to handle the emotional demands of working with sick, injured, or neglected animals, and manage the emotional highs and lows associated with animal care.
- Attention to Detail: Requires a high level of attention to detail, particularly in monitoring the health and behavior of animals, administering medications, and maintaining accurate records.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and solve problems as they arise, particularly when dealing with unexpected medical or behavioral issues.
- Stress Management: Must be able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment, handling multiple tasks and priorities without becoming overwhelmed.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively interacting with team members, volunteers, and the public, as well as for documenting animal care and medical information.
- Adaptability: Must be able to adapt to changing situations, such as varying animal care needs, shifting team dynamics, or emergency situations, while maintaining a positive and proactive attitude.
