Canine Coordinator

Canine Coordinator (Full-Time)

Northwoods Humane Society – Sawyer County Hayward, WI

Pay: $14.00 – $16.00 per hour
Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (40 hours/week)

Job Overview

Northwoods Humane Society – Sawyer County is seeking a compassionate, reliable, and detail-oriented Canine Coordinator to join our animal shelter team. This full-time position plays a critical role in the daily care, health, enrichment, and safety of the dogs in our care.

This is a hands-on animal care position ideal for individuals with a strong work ethic, a calm demeanor, and a passion for animal welfare. The role is physically and emotionally demanding but extremely rewarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain dog kennels following written protocols
• Feed and medicate dogs and maintain accurate feeding schedules
• Rotate dogs for outdoor bathroom breaks and exercise throughout the day
• Assist with dog health evaluations and organize monthly fecal testing
• Maintain detailed animal care records, behavior notes, and medical logs
• Provide enrichment, socialization, and behavior monitoring for dogs
• Bathe and groom dogs as needed
• Perform general shelter cleaning including laundry, dishes, and kennel upkeep
• Supervise and assist adult and junior volunteers
• Provide tours to the public and educate visitors on shelter operations
• Document animal concerns and observations in staff communication logs
• Answer and document incoming calls in appropriate journals
• Use designated animal handling terminology and follow all sanitation procedures
• Maintain accurate timesheets and attendance records
• Assist with animal transport using a personal vehicle when necessary

Qualifications & Requirements

• Dependable, punctual, and reliable with excellent attendance
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Working telephone and willingness to use a personal vehicle if needed
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and safely handle large, strong dogs
• Ability to manage 100+ pound dogs that may be untrained, pull, jump, or mouth
• Calm, patient, and professional under stressful situations
• Compassionate and committed to animal welfare
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-noise animal shelter environment

Training & Benefits

• Paid training provided
• Company shirts provided
• Vacation and sick time available after 1 year of employment
• Meaningful, mission-driven work in animal rescue and welfare

Work Environment

This role involves daily exposure to barking, cleaning chemicals, animal waste, and physically active tasks including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for extended periods. Emotional resilience is required when working with sick, injured, or stressed animals.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the Canine Coordinator position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwoods Humane Society – Sawyer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person