Seasonal Satellite Care Assistant (Part-Time)

San Diego Humane Society is hiring a Part\-Time Seasonal Satellite Care Assistant for our Project Wildlife team!How you’ll impact our mission:

At San Diego Humane Society, we’re united by our mission to Inspire Compassion, providing hope and advancing the welfare of animals and people. In this role, you’ll be responsible for supporting the day\-to\-day operations of the satellite (homecare) rehabilitation. The Satellite Care Assistant will handle the administrative logistics of animal movement to and from satellite care sites, support satellite volunteer teams, coordinate caging projects, maintain the patient database, serve as a back\-up for transport teams, and assist with supply procurement and distribution.

This role delivers service at the gold standard level in alignment with the SDHS Way, to meet the needs of animals and the people who love them by leading with compassion, finding creative solutions, providing personalized care and building connections. If you’re passionate about making an impact in the animal welfare movement, we’d love to talk to you.

What’s in it for you?

At SDHS, we’re proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and commit to being a place where every person – staff, volunteer, and guest – can feel a sense of belonging. We support and invest in employees through conscious delivery of benefits and a workplace environment based on our Core Values.

*As an employee you’ll enjoy: Competitive pay and paid time\-off (including your Birthday Day Off!)

• Comprehensive benefits package, training and well\-being programs
• 403(b) retirement plan with 5% match after 1 year
• Free pet adoptions, pet vaccines and spay/neuter services
• …and so much more!

What you’ll do:

• Maintains accuracy of the patient database, animal records, and wildlife transport records; coordinates and assists with data entry and ensures all records are accurate and up to date.
• Assists with coordinating animal placement, movement, and release within the satellite care system; works with Wildlife Rehabilitation staff and Wildlife Admissions and Satellite Supervisor to arrange transport as needed.
• Procures and maintains transport supplies; assists with supply pickups, deliveries, and other miscellaneous errands as needed.
• Assists with establishing and maintaining adequate levels of volunteer equipment and supplies by collaborating with the Wildlife Admissions and Satellite Supervisor for ordering and distribution.
• Serves as a point of contact for satellite volunteers with animal husbandry or health issues; troubleshoots by investigating problems and consulting with the Wildlife Admissions and Satellite Supervisor and/or Medical staff.
• Works with Volunteer Engagement to provide instructional demonstration sessions on animal handling techniques with staff and satellite volunteers.

What we’re looking for:

• AA Degree in Wildlife Sciences, Animal Behavior, Zoology, Biology, or related field required.
• One (1\) year of professional experience providing administrative support and working with volunteers. Or a combination of relevant experience and education.
• Prior experience working with/in a wildlife\-related organization is preferred. Experience with basic construction, and minor repair preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be approved by SDHS insurance carrier to drive a company or personal vehicle for work purposes. Additionally applicants must have a vehicle that can transport small animals and supplies.

Location \& Hours: Based at our San Diego Campus with expected travel to off campus locations. This position works approximately 24 hours per week, and will last until approximately September 2026\. Pay:*

• Starting range is between $22\.00 – $24\.48 per hour.

The listed hiring range for this position depicts the target range of pay rates for candidates. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. Compensation for internal candidates may increase beyond the listed range based on performance over time. For all candidates, the actual starting pay rate is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to your years of related education and experience, internal pay equity, and position location.

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