Careers at MCPAWS

Join the MCPAWS Team! If being around awesome people and animals all day isn’t enough, we also offer these other great employee benefits!

Employee Benefits and Perks At MCPAWS we know that we are only as good as the people on our team. We are committed to continuous learning and growth, allowing all staff members a path towards reaching their fullest potential. Enthusiasm, excellent communication skills, and the desire to work in a team environment are qualities we look for in each candidate.

Applicants who are flexible, innovative, and wish to play a role in the development and growth of our organization and the positive impact we have on our community are particularly suited to join our organization.

Health BENEFITS: We don’t have a “one size fits all” mindset at MCPAWS. Most of our employee benefits can be tailored to meet your needs, whether those needs focus on price point, medical coverage or other individual aspects of your life. All employees that work at least 25 hours/week are eligible for the MCPAWS health benefits program.

• MCPAWS Sponsored Medical Insurance: MCPAWS offers a choice of at four different health care plans. Options vary by price-points and coverage levels. All your options will be explained to you during enrollment so you can make the best choice for your family and your needs. MCPAWS covers 50% of your monthly premiums
• MCPAWS Paid Short-term Disability Insurance: Benefit eligible employees receive a weekly benefit equal to 60% of your gross salary in the event of a short-term accident or illness that keeps you from work
• MCPAWS Paid Life insurance: Employees are covered by a $25,000 life insurance benefit
• MCPAWS Paid Accident Insurance: Benefit eligible employees receive cash benefits, paid directly to you, for any covered injury – on or off the job that you or your family experience
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Employees may obtain comprehensive dental and vision benefits at their own cost

 NON-MEDICAL BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual Policy: for any employee working 25 hours/week in addition to 40 hours of paid sick leave each year. 
• Employee Enrichment: We recognize our employees as our greatest resource which is why we make sure that each branch has funds dedicated to celebrate our employees. This varies by location, but team lunches, coffees, and after-work parties are encouraged and supported. 
• Pet Food Discounts: Our employees qualify for discounted pet food through the Hill’s VIP Market program
• Veterinary Discounts: MCPAWS provides significant benefits for employee pets receiving care and treatment at our veterinary hospital, including annual stipends and deep discounts
• Holiday Pay: MCPAWS pays team members double-time on holidays.
• Continued Education: Training, professional development, and continued education opportunities vary by location and are encouraged and supported for all team members.
• Uniforms: MCPAWS offers reimbursement benefits for employees are required to wear a uniform and monthly credits at our thrift store for employees in need of uniform components and/or work wear items

Position: Animal Care Technician (full-time)

Location: MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter

Reports To: Shelter Manager

Salary: $15-$20/hour

Animal Care Technicians are some of the most important team members we have at MCPAWS as they are responsible for performing all basic duties associated with providing and maintaining a safe, sanitary, and humane atmosphere for animals being cared for at the shelter.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Daily Animal Care and Handling
 Treat all animals humanely, with compassion and concern, both on and off the job, and transmit these values to others
 Assure all animals are well cared for in terms of providing basic, daily necessities like food, water, exercise, and safe and comfortable living conditions
 Perform daily sanitation of all canine and/or feline housing areas according to MCPAWS policies and procedures
 Monitor the health and behavior of animals and report any pertinent changes to the supervisor and/or Shelter Medicine Program Coordinator according to MCPAWS policies and procedures
 Administer daily medications as directed by the supervisor and/or Shelter Medicine Program Coordinator
 Carry out implemented behavior and kennel enrichment programs
 Retrieve dogs for the public as requested
 Provide feedback and assistance for dog pairing and introductions for daily playgroups
 Marketing support; handle animals safely and gently for marketing photos and videos

Full Job Description

Please send your resume to Ashley: AColglazier@mcpaws.org

Veterinarian: Full-time, Part-Time, Relief, and Seasonal

Location: McCall, Idaho

Salary $80,000-$140,000 depending on experience and time commitment.

MCPAWS Veterinary Hospital has multiple Veterinarian positions open. In search of relief, seasonal, or part-time work, with the potential of moving to full-time.

Our Veterinary Hospital works closely with community pets, offering low-cost spay/neuter services, general medicine, and care for our shelter animals as needed. We have an excellent support staff with our Vet Techs and Vet Assistants, and we are looking to expand our team.

WHY MCPAWS:

MCPAWS is a unique non-profit organization in that it encompasses the MCPAWS Shelter, MCPAWS Thrift Store, and MCPAWS Veterinary Hospital. The overall mission of MCPAWS is “Transforming lives by strengthening the human-animal connection.” www.mcpaws.org

WHY McCall, ID:

McCall is a small resort town in the central mountains of Idaho. McCall is known in the winter for its snowmobiling, alpine, Nordic and backcountry skiing. Area ski resorts boast a combined 2,600 skiable acres featuring vertical drops ranging from 1,800 to 2,800 feet. In the summer, McCall’s warm sunny days provide the perfect setting to enjoy hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and golfing at the five area golf courses. Payette Lake in the summer is popular for boating, sailing, jet skiing and swimming. The north fork of the Payette River flows through McCall and its world class whitewater is a playground for kayakers and canoers. McCall is a family friendly small town with a highly ranked school district and offers medical care via St. Luke’s Hospital and Primary Care Clinic.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited veterinary college
• Currently licensed in Idaho to practice veterinary medicine or ability to obtain a license upon hire
• Qualified and eligible to obtain Idaho state pharmacy license and DEA license

EXPERIENCE:

• One year licensed Veterinarian with the ability to work independently

BENEFITS:

• Paid time off
• Health benefits package
• Paid holidays
• Discounted veterinary services
• Continuing education
• Required dues and licenses paid
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

WORK SCHEDULE:

• No night shifts
• Possible Saturdays shift 9-2, if interested

View the complete job description here!

Send resume to Cortney: CBayuk@mcpaws.org