Careers

Department: Development
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor: President & CEO
Status: Exempt

Purpose of Position:

Through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the organization, the Vice President of Development provides the leadership, management, and direction necessary to ensure high standards and excellent relationships with donors and companies that support the Oklahoma Humane Society. The position supports the strategic fundraising efforts of the Oklahoma Humane Society by designing, implementing, evaluating, and refining the unit’s development activities, with an emphasis on major gifts and annual giving. Personally identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major gift donors and prospects in order to meet annual development goals. The position works closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Senior Leadership Team, and Board Members.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee all fundraising activities including individual donations, corporate gifts, and grants.
• In concert with the Chief Executive Officer, create and implement a long-term development plan to guide growth and improve donor relations.
• Work with the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospects including individuals, corporations, and/or foundations, through visits and other forms of direct personal contact.
• Conduct research to identify prospects, with an emphasis on major gifts, and create strategies to match prospects’ interests to the Oklahoma Humane Society
• Grow our legacy giving program.
• Work with our grant writer to oversee and manage the grant writing and reporting process in a timely manner, while ensuring compliance, accountability, and integrity for each grant.
• Utilize our donor database to plan, implement, and evaluate fund development programs.
• Drive the organization’s fundraising activities and the production of newsletters, annual reports, and other fundraising materials.
• Supervise volunteers and select vendors and consultants.
• Develop, monitor, and administer development budgets, work plans, and reports, including the collection and tracking of development-related data.
• Other duties as needed.

Job Requirements:

• A love of animals and a desire to improve their quality of life.
• Bachelor’s degree required. An advanced degree is a plus.
• Five or more years of business development/partnership-building experience and progressive management experience with five or more years in a professional fund-raising environment including successfully identifying prospects, driving capital generation, generating proposals, and negotiating and closing complex agreements.
• Ability to eloquently articulate and show passion for OK Humane’s mission and programs.
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies.
• Must possess good judgment and exercise diplomacy in dealing with a variety of constituents.
• Must have excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work appropriately and adapt easily to changing priorities. Able to apply strategic and creative thinking, while being persistent, motivated, and energetic, along with the ability to work in a detail-oriented fashion.
• Ability to interact skillfully with high-level corporate and foundation officers and individual donors.
• Intermediate skills in or ability to quickly learn the various software programs utilized by OK Humane (FreeWill, Petpoint, Donor Perfect, MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, and elbows.
• Must have a good range of motion in your back, for instance, twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers.
• At times there could be some work performed in a kennel/shelter setting and
  outdoors.

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Department: Vinita
Location: Vinita, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Director, Medical
Status: Non-exempt

Purpose of Position:

The Clinic Office Assistant is our client’s first contact when calling or visiting and as such carries a significant role within our Clinic to ensure excellent customer service.  The position will maintain the professional environment by answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry and performing special projects such as grant project reports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for handling high volume of phone calls and emails.
• Scheduling client appointments.
• Checking clients in and out.
• Physically handling cats and dogs.
• Providing post-operative care instructions to owners.
• Tender cash and credit; create daily ledger of deposits.
• Data entry for all client appointments.
• Prepare mailing lists, labels and reports.
• Maintain office filing and storage systems.
• Keep filing/document management system for electronic and paper documents organized.
• Monitor and order office supplies.
• Distribute/file all incoming mail.
• Data entry, research, typing, correspondence, faxes, and filing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bilingual abilities are a plus.
• Previous experience in an office setting required.
• Experienced administrative professional who is dependable and highly organized with business maturity, discretion, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• Technologically literate with strong computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and other commonly used software.
• Good internet skills, including use of e-mail programs and group messaging.
• Good organizational skills and record keeping (attention to detail is critical).
• Cheerful presence and people skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Self starter who can work independently.
• Skill in establishing priorities and managing workload.
• Ability to follow directions and multitask.

Physical Requirements:

• Work may be performed in a kennel/shelter setting and/or outdoors.
• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must have good range of motion in joints especially wrist, knees, elbows.
• Must have good range of motion in your back, for instance twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers.
• Exposure to disinfectant solutions when cleaning.
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals of questionable temperament.

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Department: Medical
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor:  Medical Director
Status: Part-Time (estimated 28-32 hours per week)

Purpose of Position:

Responsible for the surgical alteration and wellness, including dental procedures, of
owned dogs/cats, and those associated with our partner organizations with occasional
surgeries or wellness performed on animals that belong to the Oklahoma Humane
Society, henceforth known as OK Humane. Emphasis will be on Spay & Neuter at our
partner/satellite locations. Provision of veterinary support to enhance operations across
all OK Humane programs and departments.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and kennel
  personnel.
• Conduct pre-operative examinations to assess patients’ candidacy for
  surgery.
• Perform (on average) 25-35 surgical sterilizations/day on scheduled surgical
  days.
• Actively promote spay and neutering and educate clients on responsible animal
  ownership.
• Perform medical exams, and rechecks (surgical or medical), and order medical
  treatments.
• Inoculate animals according to ASV or AVMA guidelines and provide
  recommendations for follow-up care for noted medical conditions as needed.
• Supervise cleaning program for the prevention of infectious/zoonotic diseases, to
  include maintenance of preventative health programs, infectious disease, and
  medical protocols.
• Continue research and maintenance of safe and efficacious medical protocol
  regarding anesthesia, surgery, and wellness protocols.
• Assist with the management of the relationships with owners and rescue
  partners and serve as a final decision-maker for medical questions/concerns
  of these persons.
• Share in the responsibility of after-hours surgery emergency phone.
• Follow and maintain grant reporting requirements.
• Maintain complete records for all patients and ensure correct PetPoint or
  Clinic HQ data entry.
• Oversee the ordering and maintenance of medical inventory.
• Actively support associate staff and volunteers and promote the development
  of skills related to the advancement of our goals and mission.
• Represent the Oklahoma Humane Society professionally and courteously.
• Provide quality service to clients, volunteers, and staff, recognizing their
  individual contributions to our organization's success.
• Participate in committees and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain and provide proof of a current license to practice veterinary
  medicine in required states. Participate in and provide proof of continuing
  education requirements.
• Maintain controlled drug licenses, controlled drug logs, and facility licenses as
  required. Supervise handling and recording of controlled substances.
• Maintain professional liability insurance at levels sufficient to meet minimum
  requirements recommended by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
• Acquire and maintain an active USDA accreditation for writing health
  certificates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

To perform effectively in this position, the individual should demonstrate the following
competencies. These core competencies represent the effective administration of OK
Humane and its programs fulfilling OK Humane’s mission.

• Management: Demonstrates integrity, strives for excellence in her/his work and
  has experience in leading others to new levels of effectiveness and
  programmatic impact.
• Job Knowledge: Understands the duties and responsibilities of the position and
  keeps job knowledge up to date. Clearly understands the lifesaving and
  education mission of the organization and continuously works to promote OK
  Humane and achieve its goals.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with multiple audiences using a
  variety of formats. Strong relationship builder and communicator.
• Dependability: Seeks increased responsibility while remaining conscientious,
  thorough, accurate, and reliable with respect to achieving the organization’s
  goals while keeping the health and the needs of the animals in mind.
• Flexibility: The position will require some travel and potential overnight stays. Daily
  schedule may fluctuate depending on what needs must be filled.

Education Requirements:
Doctoral degree (DVM)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with
  help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must be able to see fine detail in a variety of situations.
• Must have good hearing including the ability to distinguish changes in pitch.
• Must have a reasonable degree of agility to move through tightly cramped areas in
  various situations.
• Must have an acceptable sense of touch and smell.
• Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, and elbows.
• Must have a good range of motion in your back, for instance, twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must have an acceptable sense of balance.
• Must be able to work and reach on hands and knees.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers.
• Must have good vision including peripheral vision, fine detail, distance, depth
  perception, and ability to focus.

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Department: Medical
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor:  Medical Director
Status: Exempt

Purpose of Position:

Responsible for the care, treatment, and surgical alteration of OK Humane program
animals, owned animals, those associated with our partner organizations, and potential
future OK Humane program animals. 60% of job duties will be to provide veterinary
coverage at OK Humane’s In House Clinic and HQHVSN Clinic, while 40% may involve
wellness and surgery performed at partner or satellite locations. Provision of veterinary
support to enhance operations across all OK Humane programs and departments.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and kennel personnel.
• Conduct pre-operative examinations to assess patients’ candidacy for surgery.
• Perform (on average) 25-35 surgical sterilizations/day on scheduled surgical days.
• Actively promote spay and neutering, and educate clients on responsible animal ownership.
• Perform medical exams, and rechecks (surgical or medical), and order medical treatments.
• Inoculate animals according to ASV or AVMA guidelines and provide
  recommendations for follow-up care for noted medical conditions as needed.
• Supervise cleaning program for the prevention of infectious/zoonotic diseases, to
  include maintenance of preventative health programs, infectious disease and
  medical protocols.
• Continue research and maintenance of safe and efficacious medical protocol
  regarding anesthesia, surgery, and wellness protocols.
• Assist with the management of the relationships with foster care providers
  and serve as a final decision maker for medical questions/concerns of
  fosters, adopters, staff, and veterinary clinics.
• Share in the responsibility of after-hours foster or surgery emergency phone.
• Follow and maintain grant reporting requirements.
• Maintain complete records for all patients and ensure correct PetPoint data entry.
• Oversee the ordering and maintenance of medical inventory.

Core Competencies:

To perform effectively in this position, the individual should demonstrate the following
competencies. These core competencies represent the effective administration of OK
Humane and its programs fulfilling OK Humane’s mission.

• Management: Demonstrates integrity, strives for excellence in her/his work and
  has experience in leading others to new levels of effectiveness and
  programmatic impact.
• Job Knowledge: Understands the duties and responsibilities of the position and
  keeps job knowledge up to date. Clearly understands the lifesaving and
  education mission of the organization and continuously works to promote OK
  Humane and achieve its goals.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with multiple audiences using a
  variety of formats. Strong relationship builder and communicator.
• Dependability: Seeks increased responsibility while remaining conscientious,
  thorough, accurate, and reliable with respect to achieving the organization’s
  goals while keeping the health and the needs of the animals in mind.
• Flexibility: The position will require some travel and potential overnight stays. Daily
  schedule may fluctuate depending on what needs must be filled.

Education Requirements:
Doctoral degree (DVM)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with
  help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must be able to see fine detail in a variety of situations.
• Must have good hearing including the ability to distinguish changes in pitch.
• Must have a reasonable degree of agility to move through tightly cramped areas in
  various situations.
• Must have an acceptable sense of touch and smell.
• Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, and elbows.
• Must have a good range of motion in your back, for instance, twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must have an acceptable sense of balance.
• Must be able to work and reach on hands and knees.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers.
• Must have good vision including peripheral vision, fine detail, distance, depth
  perception, and ability to focus.

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Department: Medical
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor:  Medical Director
Status: Contract

OK Humane is seeking a contract veterinarian(s) to help fill the void at our Spay & Neuter Clinic. The primary focus will be on HQHVSN surgery with guaranteed 2 days per month. The occasional weeklong contract when our staff veterinary surgeon is on vacation with 3 months’ notice.

Please email: amanda.elmenhorst@okhumane.org and Darian.pearn@okhumane.org for additional information and the pay scale.

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Department: Spay and Neuter Clinic
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Spay & Neuter Clinic Manager
Status: Full-time/non-exempt

OK Humane is a high-volume, affordable spay/neuter clinic that services and perform an average of 65 spay/neuter surgeries a day. We also see 20 animals a day for vaccinations and general health check-ups. We are a high-energy, dynamic team that works hard every day to provide every pet that walks through our doors with care, compassion, and top-notch customer service. Want to join our team?

We are looking for a veterinary assistant! This position is the backbone of our surgery
team. From assisting in surgery, answering the owner’s questions, and keeping the clinic
clean and organized, there is never a dull moment in a vet assistant’s day.

Here’s who we’re looking for:

• You like to MOVE! Sitting at a desk makes you antsy, and you’d rather hustle through your day than dawdle in front of a computer.
• One of your catchphrases is, “How can I help?”—you always bring your best to every situation and contribute however you can.
• Bring on the multitasking! You can make a sandwich, file your taxes, walk your dog AND call your grandma at the same time.
• You love the sensation that comes from being on a team and accomplishing the impossible with a solid group effort.
• Nothing would make you prouder than to be a part of an effort to reduce pet
  overpopulation in our community.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform daily cleaning of kennels, cages, and public areas when necessary.
• Spot clean throughout the day.
• Clean the prep room and operating room at the end of the day.
• Wash and sterilize all surgical packs throughout the day.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Restrain all patients during anesthesia induction and intubation.
• Monitor all patients on gas anesthesia.
• Prepare patients for surgery as instructed.
• Transport patients from the prep room to the operating room.
• Assist veterinarians in surgery as needed.
• Keep the veterinary lead assistant informed of animal behavior, health, or concerns.
• Administer animal vaccinations, tests, medications, and treatments as directed.
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• Assist clients with the necessary paperwork.
• Monitor patients in recovery.
• Provide excellent patient care.

Job Requirements:

• Must be able to learn basic veterinary medical concepts including but not limited to vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks.
• Must also be able to communicate basic veterinary concepts to owners and be able to repeat information relayed by a veterinarian.
• Will be asked to communicate with the public on a daily basis in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow directions and multitask.

Physical Requirements: 

Work may be performed in a kennel/shelter setting and/or outdoors.

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, and elbows.
• Must have a good range of motion in your back, for instance, twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers. Exposure to disinfectant solutions when cleaning.
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals of questionable temperament.

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Department: Intake Program
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor:  Intake Facility Manager 
Status: Non-Exempt/Overtime-eligible

Purpose of Position:

To coordinate live animal transfers from Oklahoma City Animal Welfare and owner-surrendered animals to The Oklahoma Humane Society’s Adoption and Relocation Programs. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

• In accordance with OK Humane’s standards, perform intake procedures for OK Humane to include behavioral and medical assessments. 
• Schedule owner surrender appointments and perform assessments to determine the pet’s eligibility for adoption or relocation programs. 
• Transport animals from Oklahoma City Animal Welfare Division or Intake Facility to OK Humane locations as appropriate. 
• Maintain a good working relationship with OKCAW shelter staff.
• Perform routine walk-throughs of OKCAW to mark animals for transfer into the Adoption and Relocation Programs. 
• Communicate with the Foster Placement Coordinator, Intake Facility Manager, medical team, and intake support team regarding animals to be transferred into the Adoption Program.
• Complete, maintain and provide required documentation to relocation partners. 
• Maintain timely and accurate electronic records and hard files. 
• Follow established disease control protocols. 
• Administer animal vaccinations, tests, medications, and treatments as directed. 
• Restock areas with supplies and equipment.  
• Maintain equipment in working condition, and report equipment or supply needs to supervisor.  
• Maintain work and general areas in an organized manner. 
• Cleaning and sanitizing of stainless steel cages and dog kenneling.  
• Providing timely and accurate identification of animals housed in the building. 
• Providing food & fresh water.  
• Assisting foster parents with animal pickups.   
• Taking out the trash.  
• Assisting with general questions and requests from the public.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements: 

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. 
• Must be comfortable handling/learning to handle both dogs and cats – general handling (petting, leash-walking, some lifting, and carrying), and restraint (drawing blood, giving vaccines, and placing animals in cages/carriers). 
• Must be familiar with the normal dog and cat behavior and use that knowledge to assess pets to that are behaviorally sound for adoptions and relocation programs. 
• Must be able to positively identify dog and cat breeds. 
• Valid driver’s license. 
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a professional, tactful, mature, and sincere attitude, and be able to represent the mission, goals, and policies of OK Humane in a creative, credible, and energetic manner. 
• Ability to follow directions and multitask. 
• Must be able to work maturely and respectfully with diverse groups of people. 
• Must be organized, flexible, and adjust to rapid, changing needs. 
• Must be knowledgeable and comfortable with computer systems used in operations and have basic computer skills, including database skills. 
• Knowledge of and commitment to animal welfare issues is strongly preferred. 
• Preference will be given to applicants with RVT/CVT licensing. 
• Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of OK Humane. 
• Must be proficient in MS Office. 
• The position will require non-traditional scheduling to include weekend days and evenings. 

Physical Requirements: 

Work may be performed in a kennel/shelter setting and/or outdoors. 

• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours. 
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help. 
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly. 
• Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, and elbows.
• Must have a good range of motion in your back, for instance, twisting. 
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures. 
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool. 
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination. 
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers. Exposure to disinfectant solutions when cleaning.  
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals of questionable temperament. 

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Department: Intake Program
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Immediate Supervisor: Director, Clinical Operations
Status: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Purpose of Position:

To work with Oklahoma City Animal Welfare, other central Oklahoma municipal animal
shelters and owner-surrendered animals to coordinate live animal transfers and place
neonatal kittens and puppies that are under 4 weeks of age in The Oklahoma Humane
Society’s neonate program and foster homes.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

In accordance with organizational policies, duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform intake procedures such as transfer from shelters or process owner surrenders. 
• Perform behavior and medical assessments on publically owned animals for admissions consideration.
• Maintain a good working relationship with animal welfare shelter staff.
• Perform routine walk-throughs of animal welfare to accept animals for transfer into OK Humane’s neonate program.
• Maintain timely and accurate electronic records and hard files. 
• Follow established disease control protocols. 
• Request needed a medical, office, and cleaning supplies from the direct supervisor in a timely manner.
• Ensures all animal photos are clear and attractive.
• Communicate with potential neonate foster homes regarding animals to be transferred into the neonate program. 
• Assisting foster parents with animal pickups.   
• Ensures all appropriate paperwork and health records have been completed prior to the animal leaving the facility. 
• Recruit, train, and manage a diverse population of potential and current foster families.
• Receive and respond to and schedule neonate foster orientations.
• Manage the needs of our neonate foster families.
• Assist with keeping the neonate foster manual and orientations up to date.
• Continually educate foster families.
• Maintain foster family records.
• Work with fosters to schedule appointments or pick up medications/prevention at the in-house clinic.
• Maintain equipment in working condition.
• Maintain work and general areas in an organized manner.
• Cleaning and sanitizing animal housing.
• Providing food & fresh water.
• Taking out the trash.
• Assisting with general questions and requests from the public. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: 

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.  
• Must be comfortable handling/learning to handle both dogs and cats – general handling (petting, leash-walking, some lifting, and carrying), and restraint (drawing blood, giving vaccines, and placing animals in cages/carriers).
• Must be able to positively identify dog and cat breeds. 
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, a professional, tactful, mature, and sincere attitude, and be able to represent the mission, goals, and policies of OK Humane in a creative, credible, and energetic manner.
• Ability to follow directions and multitask.
• Must be able to work maturely and respectfully with diverse groups of people. 
• Must be organized, flexible, and adjust to rapid, changing needs.
• Must be knowledgeable and comfortable with computer systems used in operations and have basic computer skills, including database skills. 
• Knowledge of and commitment to animal welfare issues is strongly preferred. 
• Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of OK Humane. 
• Must be proficient in MS Office.

Physical Requirements: 

• Work may be performed in a kennel/shelter setting and/or outdoors.
• Must be able to work standing or sitting for 8 or more hours.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the day with help.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must have a good range of motion in joints, especially wrist, knees, and elbows. 
• Must have a good range of motion in your back, for instance, twisting.
• Must be able to work in potentially extreme environmental temperatures.
• Must be able to use a ladder and or step stool.
• Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Must possess an acceptable degree of dexterity in hands and fingers. Exposure to disinfectant solutions when cleaning. 
• Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animals of questionable
  temperament.

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