Pay
$20 to $25 hour
Work Type
Permanent
Work Time
Full-time
Live-Out
Live-Out (No Accomm.)
Bring Own Horse
Training Available
Non-Smoker
Job No
438893
Status
Looking
Updated
09/04/2026
Expires
in 2 months
Views
59

Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, is seeking an Animal Caregiver II for Duchess Sanctuary in Oakland, Oregon. In this full-time position, you will provide care to the equines at Duchess Sanctuary.

Responsibilities: With Animal Care Manager, helps to lead daily care and observation of equines; Works with Animal Care Manager and/or Director to develop equine diet plans; assists in maintaining food inventory. Prepares and delivers meals according to approved feed plan; Directs, oversees, and participates in maintenance, and daily cleaning and upkeep for enclosures, pastures, animal buildings and habitats; Observes and reports on animal care, animal wellness including but not limited to body condition and behavior, feeding, husbandry, animal locations, facility issues, and other issues; Coordinates with Animal Care Manager and/or Director concerning animal care, medication management and treatment. Ensure other staff is informed of all medication compliance; Assists with catching and transferring animals using appropriate handling techniques designed to put the least amount of stress on the animal while maintaining a safe environment for all staff involved; Capable of advanced training techniques including first aid, therapeutic, and rehabilitative care for animals; assists other staff with procedures as appropriate; Provides additional care for horses including grooming, blanketing, therapeutic exercise, and enrichment; Assists with training and provides mentorship for other animal care staff; provides supervision in the absence of the Animal Care Manager or Director; Assists with overseeing volunteers; Assists with development and maintenance of operating procedures and protocols; Performs other duties or responsibilities, as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required; Three (3) years of experience in equine care preferred; Willing and able to work a flexible schedule; Proficiency of Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); Strong written and verbal communication skills; Attention to detail and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes; Strong interpersonal skills are necessary; Strong interest in animal protection issues preferred.

Required Key Skills
Driving license People Skills
Job Benefits

This is a full-time position based in Oakland, Oregon. Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more!

Employer No
302422
Website
https://www.humaneworld.org/en/duchess-sanctuary
Location
Roseburg, Oregon, USA
Private Other Ranch
Equestrian Employer Details

Duchess Sanctuary is a 120-acre facility south of Eugene, Oregon. It is an oasis for approximately 175 formerly abused, abandoned, neglected and homeless horses. Duchess Sanctuary is committed to providing the highest standards of equine care and the loving kindness these horses deserve.

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