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Job description
JOIN THE TEAM THAT LEADS THE REGION IN ANIMAL WELFARE
nWHY YOUNG-WILLIAMS?
nBecause we’re not just another shelter — we’re the powerhouse of animal welfare in Tennessee.
nn One of the largest animal shelters in the Southeast
n We run animal services for the City of Knoxville & Knox County
n We take in more than 10,000 animals every year
n A community force , serving thousands of animals and local families every year
n Leaders in innovative programs that keep pets with their families
n A mission-driven team that works hard, supports each other, and gets the job done
n nIf you want to be part of an organization that actually moves the needle for animals and the people who love them, this is where you belong.
nWE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS….
nnActive, reliable, and ready to work with their hands
nComfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. and restraining dogs and cats for exams
nGreat at talking to strangers — friendly & nonjudgmental
nAble to communicate with diverse communities — bilingual in Spanish is a major plus
nPassionate about helping people and their pets
nA problem-solver who takes initiative
nComfortable driving vans/pickups and navigating local routes (must be over 25)
nProficient with computers, clinic software, Excel & Word
n nWHAT YOU’LL DO
nnLift, move, and organize supplies
nSetup/break down tents, tables and equipment
nAssist families with pet resources and information
nSupport pet food distribution and community resource events
nRestrain dogs and cats using Fear Free Shelter techniques
nUse computer programs (clinic software, Excel, Word) to log services
nTake initiative - you see what needs to be done and do it
n nWHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
nnActive, hands-on work — no two days are the same
nReal-world problem solving
nYou’ll work in all kinds of environments — indoors, outdoors, in the warehouse, and vet clinic settings
nA real sense of purpose — knowing your work makes life better for people and their pets
nDevelop practical skills in outreach, animal handling, and the logistics of getting critical resources to the animals that need them most
n nREADY TO STEP UP AND MAKE AN IMPACT?
nApply Today!
Worksite address
knoxville, TN, 37955, US
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