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CAET TRAINING 2024

The Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine is pleased to announce that the certification course for CAETs will be offered on the date below. The location and fees are as follows:

Date: Friday, April 19, 2024 Time: 8:00am to 4:00pm (completion time may vary) Place: Louisiana SPCA, New Orleans (for presentation, written exam, and practical exam) – 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70114 – click for map Fees: Total ($205) – Application $25; Course $80; Exam $50; Initial Certificate $50

DEADLINE to Register is Friday, April 5th, 2024

Participants will be limited to the first 30 applicants, and there must be a minimum of 15 participants to hold the training course.

West Baton Shelter & Animal Control is seeking to add a full-time Animal Control Officer position to our team. The job offers great starting pay, paid leave, overtime pay, retirement, and health insurance. Experience in animal control or animal shelter work is preferred but not required. Follow the link below to apply online and to view the job description. You can also apply in person by going to the parish administration office located at 880 N. Alexander Ave. Port Allen, LA 70767. The deadline to apply is February 9th, 2024. Come join our team and help make our community a better place to live for animals and people alike! https://www.wbrcouncil.org/626/Job-Openings

Animal Control Officer

LASPCA - New Orleans, LA

DescriptionSummary of Job: Animal Control work is NEVER dull, and the opportunity to positively impact people and pets in our community is profound! Animal Control is one of the fastest-growing professions in the country and we want you to bring your passion for animals, strong interpersonal skills, and commitment to keeping pets and people together to our team! At LA SPCA, this role involves public health and public safety law enforcement (local and state laws pertaining to animals). In addition, you would be responsible for promoting and supporting the LA SPCA's programs and services. Success Criteria & Essential Functions:

• Adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions and remain calm in high-stress situations

• Demonstrate Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Take initiative when responding to animal-related calls and ensure that one’s work is complete and accurate

Animal Shelter Manager

LASPCA

New Orleans, LA • Animal Care

Description

Job Description: Animal Shelter ManagerOverview of Job: This position is responsible for managing and overseeing the Behavior and Partnership Programs prioritizing the mental wellbeing and quality of life for animals in our care; Areas of responsibility include animal behavior assessments, behavior modification strategies, placement of animals through transport and breed rescue, and the stewardship of our highly successful Foster and Behavior Training Programs. This position is responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement these programs. Success Criteria & Essential Skills:

• Possessing an exceptional track record within a customer service environment, this position will build strong relationships with internal and external customers maintaining the highest level of customer engagement.