Employment and Internship Opportunities
Paws4ever is an equal opportunity employer. Paws4ever offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement, and termination. This policy also applies to outside vendors, members and customers, volunteers, use of contractors and consultants, and interactions with the general public.
Employment Opportunities:
Animal Care Supervisor
Are you interested in a career in animal welfare? Join the team at Paws4ever and find an engaging and fun work environment with great opportunities for growth and skill-building in the animal care field.
Paws4ever, an animal welfare organization in Mebane, North Carolina, seeks a dependable and dedicated individual to perform animal care supervision and guidance. Must be able to work one weekend day and some holiday shifts are required. One year of professional animal experience required.
The Animal Care Supervisor is responsible for assisting in the oversight of mental and physical health of all animals in care, guest and adoption services, rehoming/pet support and foster coordination related functions for Paws4ever.
Primary duties include oversight and provision of direct animal care (on-site and through licensed veterinarians) and daily operations, animal intake, assistance with foster coordination and communication, assistance with rehoming/pet owner support and daily adoption center staff guidance. Responsibilities also include assisting the Adoption Coordinator with adoption processes and working alongside our Volunteer Teams.
Candidate must be at least 18 years old, with a high school diploma or equivalent required. The successful candidate will have stringent animal care standards, be dedicated and trustworthy. Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions. Must have reliable transportation and valid NC drivers license. Must be able to move/lift 50 lbs., bend frequently, and stand throughout the workday. Must be able to work with cats and dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a kennel/shelter setting. Exposure to disinfectant solutions and zoonotic diseases. Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling or working around animals.
Job Type: Permanent full-time, 40 hours per week position (includes one weekend day and some holidays). Excellent amount of paid time off, flexible breaks, retirement account.
Pay: $18.00/hour
Required: Two years of professional work experience in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter medical or intake department.
To apply, please submit your resume to jobs@paws4ever.org.
Animal Care Technician
Applications accepted until position is filled.
Are you interested in a career in animal welfare? Join the team at Paws4ever and find an engaging and fun work environment with great opportunities for growth and skill-building in the animal care field.
Paws4ever, an animal welfare organization in Mebane, North Carolina, seeks a dependable and dedicated individual to perform animal care and cleaning duties at our Adoption Center. Must be able to work some weekend days and some holiday shifts are required.
Primary duties include providing quality animal care for the animals at the Paws4ever Adoption Center, including proper nutrition, medication (as needed) per DVM protocol, exercise and enrichment, and serving as a customer service agent for potential adopters, volunteers, and guests. The staff member will treat the animals and visitors with respect and maintain a high standard of care as established by Paws4ever. Animal Care Technicians must also ensure the stringent cleaning of the Adoption Center and other buildings per health code and the maintenance of a clean and safe environment at all times. The staff member reports to the Adoption Center Manager and ultimately the Executive Director. Training provided.
Candidate must be at least 18 years old, with a high school diploma or equivalent required. The successful candidate will have stringent animal care standards, be dedicated and trustworthy. Must be able to comprehend verbal and written instructions. Must have reliable transportation and valid NC drivers license. Must be able to move/lift 50 lbs., bend frequently, and stand throughout the workday. Must be able to work with cats and dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a kennel/shelter setting. Exposure to disinfectant solutions and zoonotic diseases. Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling or working around animals.
Job Type: Permanent part-time, 30 hours per week position (includes one weekend day and some holidays)
Pay: $14.00/hour
Required: No experience required, only the strong desire to help people and their pets.
To apply, please submit your resume to jobs@paws4ever.org.
Internship Opportunities:
Fundraising, Communications, and Marketing Internships
On-going
Paws4ever, a unique animal services agency in Mebane, seeks a creative, dedicated and detail-oriented student specifically interested in the nonprofit field for an internship. We currently have particular needs in the areas of volunteer management, fundraising, event planning, and communication, and marketing.
The details of a particular internship will be developed according to the current needs of the organization and the interests of the student.
Examples of potential projects include:
- Helping to organize a fundraising event
- Creating marketing plans
- Curating a digital resource library
- Storytelling through photos and videos
The candidate must be able to meet strict deadlines and work independently. The intern is expected to work at least 10 hours a week, and may work up to 40 hours a week if interested. Hours are flexible. It is preferable for the intern to work on-site at Paws4ever, although some work may be accomplished at home. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. This position is unpaid, but may be used for course credit (if applicable).
This position will serve as an excellent foundation for most careers in nonprofit management. The position will offer the student the opportunity to grow his/her interpersonal communications, public relations and organizational operations experience.
Preference will be given to candidates with strong organizational and communication skills. A background in development, graphic design, or event planning is a plus.
To apply for this position, please submit cover letter and resume to Whitney Zoghby at whitney@paws4ever.org
Animal Care Internships
On-going
Paws4ever, a unique animal services agency in Mebane, seeks hardworking interns with an interest in animal care at our Adoption Center. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about animal care in a shelter environment and support rescued cats and dogs!
Examples of potential Animal Care Intern tasks include:
- Making enrichment activities for dogs and cats
- Cat socialization
- Dog baths
- Fetch with dogs
- Dishes
- Laundry
- Animal food prep
- Sweeping/mopping
- Donation sorting
- Inventory organization
Animal Care Interns must be at least 16 years old.
If you are interested in an Animal Care Internship, please contact Adoption Center Manager, Sara Shellman at sara@paws4ever.org and include any required paperwork for school credit.