Job Opportunities at TCRAS

​​For more info and an application, please contact the shelter by calling: 719-686-7707 or by email at: [email protected] or stop by the shelter in Divide (behind the Sheriff’s office) at 308 Weaverville Road
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Current Job Openings 

​Animal Care Technician

Are you looking for a job that will make a big impact on the lives of animals?

​ We are currently seeking applications for part-time Animal Care Technicians to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a good work ethic and a big heart for animals. This position will require working in all types of weather and conditions, and the candidate must be dependable, as the animals will be counting on you daily. See more information about the position and see  an application below. ​ Please bring completed applications to TCRAS. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY JOB PURPOSE includes the following:

• ​Responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary facility for animals and people and providing humane handling and care for all shelter animals. 
• Assures all animals’ nutrition, housing and basic medical needs are met on a daily basis.
• Assists the public when admitting and adopting animals and promotes responsible pet ownership in conversations with customers.​
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​Click on the tabs below to find out more about the job responsibilities:

• Dog Care
• Cat Care
• Daily Shelter Cleaning
• Other Duties

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Dog Care

• Vet runs as necessary
• Give medication if needed and fill out medication board
• Clean and sanitize inside kennels – remove towels, toys and bowls
• Feed and water
• Wash bedding and all bowls
• Clean and sanitize outside kennels
• Clean drainage ditch outside
• Clean play yard

Cat Care

• Vet runs as necessary
• Give medication if needed and fill out medication board
• Clean cages – clean towels, scoop litter box and sanitize
• Feed and water
• Wash towels and toys
• Sweep and mop entire cat room

​Daily Shelter Cleaning

• Laundry – folded and put away
• Sinks in laundry room wiped down
• Washer/Dryer wiped down
• Garbage emptied from all areas of the Shelter
• Clean bathroom – wipe down counter and toilet
• Sweep and mop bathroom and front office

Other duties

• Assists customers who are seeking lost pets and those interested in adopting. 
• Responds to questions about specific animals and adoption process
• Observes and evaluates animals for signs of illness and reports symptoms to appropriate personnel
• Covers front office as needed during lunch or appointments
• If time allows choose a different dog everyday to groom and spend extra time with
• Cleans vehicles and equipment used in transporting animals
• Assists with inventory and restocking supplies
• Runs errands as necessary
• Any other duties deemed necessary

Come C.A.R.E. with us by joining the TCRAS team! (Community, Adopt, Reunite, Educate)
We are looking for dedicated, reliable, caring people to fill part-time or volunteer positions, including:​​

• Board members (requires a time and financial commitment to TCRAS) - more info HERE
• Volunteers (work with cats, dogs or both!) - more info HERE 
• Foster families (not paid but all supplies are provided along with any veterinary care and support from TCRAS) - find out more about our foster program HERE