Animal Care Specialist

Lee County

Monday, 04 May 2026

Lee County Domestic Animal Services is looking for a reliable and flexible team member to join us on an on-call basis. This role involves helping animals, assisting the public, and supporting pet adoptions when needed. Duties and Responsibilities What You Will Do. You will help take care of animals and support shelter operations. Your main duties include:Feed, groom, and safely handle animals. Keep kennels clean and maintain animal spaces. Observe animal behavior to assess adoption readiness. Assist with medical tasks and animal transportation. Help customers with adoptions and answer questions politely and professionally. Support lost pet reunions and match pets with adopters. Mentor new staff and help with general shelter tasks. Follow state and local rules for animal care and shelter operations. Perform other duties as assigned Education, Experience, Licensing What We’re Looking For. Education & Experience. High school diploma or GED - Animal handling experience is a plus, but not required. Required. Ability to earn Florida State Certification in Euthanasia (training provided) within 6 months. Valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Ability to lift up to 80 pounds. Preferred. Customer service experience Supplemental Information Work Schedule:Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Shifts are 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM with rotating days off. Why Join Us? This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work with animals and helping the community. You’ll play a key role in caring for pets and supporting adoptions in Lee County. About the Department. Lee County Domestic Animal Services works every day to care for pets and support the community. Our mission is to promote animal welfare, reunite lost pets with their owners, and help animals find loving homes. About Lee County. Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are committed to serving our community with high-quality services, sustainability, and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a safe and welcoming place for people and pets alike. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/ RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

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