Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
Student Requisition Number
2027038STP
Job Title
Marion County Humane Society - Animal Care Associate
Number of Positions Available
5
Funded by Federal Workstudy only
Yes
Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities
* Must have transportation to the off-campus site *
The Humane Society is located at 2731 Locust Ave, Fairmont, WV 26554
Animal Care:
- Provide adequate food and water, bathing, and basic grooming to shelter animals
- Assist with animal intake, evaluation, and treatment
- Create and maintain necessary animal records, report logs, and perform data entry
- Follow all established protocols and safety guidelines within the organization
People Care:
- Provide quality customer service to clients, volunteers, and staff while actively promoting the MCHS mission, services, programs, and events
- Assist clients with animal adoption process; facilitate client/animal interactions to insure a safe and pleasant experience
- Other duties as assigned
Work is performed in a kennel/shelter setting and outdoors.
Operation hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm daily
Minimum Qualifications
- Compassion for animals, comfortable working in the shelter environment, and willing to accommodate animals in the workplace
- Ability to stay standing or active during entire shift
- Ability to lift, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, push and other strenuous activities
- Ability to lift up to 50 lb. with reasonable accommodations and carry objects and animals of moderate weight
- Basic computer skills
Notes to Applicant
Student Appointment Length
Academic Year
Base Hourly Rate
12.00-15.00
Quicklink for Posting
https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/11172
Department/Supervision
Department
Enrollment Management
Employment Location
Off-Campus Community Service
Position will report to (title)
Student Program Advisor
Recruitment/Advertising
Anticipated Hire Date
08/17/2026
Job Posting Date
07/02/2026
Job Close Date
