How much does an Animal Shelter Worker make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Animal Shelter Worker in the United States is $19 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $19 and $21. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Animal Shelter Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $18 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $19 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $19 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $21 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $23 US March 26, 2024
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Walden Pet Services - Sudbury , MA
At Walden Pet Services, we treat pets like family! We are growing and are excited to offer dog walking and pet sitting services in the Concord, MA area. Working at Walden Pet Services is a great fit for people seeking a rewarding, independent, active, outdoor position working hands-on with animals. The position: We are in the peace-of-mind business. We provide reliable care for pet parents who are busy working or traveling. Our dog walking services are performed in neighborhoods and on local trails. We visit clients homes to care for their pets. This could include walking dogs, caring for cats, and various household tasks (watering plants and collecting mail). As a pet care provider with Walden Pet, you will drive to these appointments, check in and check out using our mobile app, and write informative updates with pictures to let clients know how their pets and homes are doing. Our busiest period is 9am to 3pm during the weekday: additional earning opportunities evenings, weekends, an
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County of San Diego, CA - San Diego , CA
Salary: $114,046.40 - $140,212.80 Annually Location : County of San Diego, CA Job Type: Regular - Full time Job Number: 24422501 Department: Health & Human Serv Agcy Division: Public Health Services Opening Date: 01/24/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Job Summary The County of San Diego, Department of Animal Services is currently accepting applications for the position of VETERINARIAN There is opportunity for permanent full-time and part-time positions. Future Salary Increases **July 2024 - 5.2% increase to base pay (2.75% Across-the-Board + 2.45% Market Increase) **May be eligible for relocation allowance up to $8,000. ***This hard-to-recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee's name on your job application in the space provided. *** DEPARTMANT OF ANIMAL SERVICES (DAS) The Department of Animal Services seeks candidates for Veterinarian in an Animal She
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City of Denton, TX - Denton , TX
Salary: $18.25 - $23.73 Hourly Location : Denton, TX Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 24-00115 Department: Animal Services Division: Animal Services Administration Opening Date: 04/11/2024 Closing Date: 4/25/2024 11:59 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt Summary This requisition expires on April 25, 2024, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date. Under general supervision, is responsible for providing the control, health, safety, and the humane euthanasia of animals. Assists Animal Control officers and other staff as requested. Monitors and observes animals for signs of aggression, illness and provides customer support as needed. Essential Functions and Other Important Duties Essential Functions: Provides a safe and sanitary environment for the temporary housing of animals by cleaning, sanitizing and maintaining animal cages, kennels, pens and runs and ensures all are in good working condition and safe for habitation Provides food, water and proper care for a
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Broward County, FL - Fort Lauderdale , FL
Salary: $21.26 - $33.94 Hourly Location : Fort Lauderdale 33312, FL Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 1410828 Department: RED ACD Clinic Opening Date: 08/08/2023 Closing Date: Continuous Veterans' Preference Notice: Under Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered. The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Veterinary Technician to support Animal Care Division. Benefi
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Washington County, OR - Hillsboro , OR
Salary: $27.45 - $33.40 Hourly Location : Hillsboro, OR Job Type: Full Time Regular Job Number: 23/24-151-HHS-1 Department: Health and Human Services Division: Animal Services Opening Date: 02/03/2024 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt THE POSITION Washington County Animal Services is hiring a Certified Veterinary Technician who is passionate about this career and the contributions that this role makes on a day-to-day basis providing medical care and treatment to animals. If you are interested in continuing your career in the public sector within a municipal animal shelter, this would be a great opportunity to join our team! Your talents will bring value to the services we provide to animals and people residing in Washington County. About the position: Washington County Animal Services, located at the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter in Hillsboro has an exceptional opportunity for a Certified Veterinary Technician to perform specialized technical work related to the medical c
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The City of East Providence, RI - East Providence , RI
Animal Control Pound Keeper Steelworkers Union Pay Grade 30 $40,629.72 - $47,993.23 Under general supervision of the Animal Control Director, maintains the animal pound by cleaning and disinfecting dog runs and cages, feeding and watering the animals, washing all areas of the facility, removing rubbish, replenishing and maintaining stock, and general housekeeping. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK Responsible for maintaining a clean and disease-free environment for the animals housed at the Animal Control Center. Works and cooperates with shelter staff. Performs office tasks related to the running of the Animal Control Center such as: takes messages pertaining to enforcement issues and animal control service requests, dispatches calls for service to animal control officers, files documents, prepares letters, updates adoption postings on websites and in local newspapers, assists the Animal Control Supervisor with scheduling part-time and volunteer workers, collects and documents various for
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  1. This Job:

    Animal Shelter Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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