If you have a philosophical attitude about poop...

If you have ever wanted a meaningful job working with animals that did not involve dealing with the heartbreak of euthanasia but rather rescuing animals from that fate...

The Milo Foundation is seeking people to join the animal care team up at the sanctuary. The setting is rural, (remote, removed, rustic)in the hills east of Willits, north of Ukiah.

We are looking for people who love animals, who are committed to their welfare, who enjoy working outside and are willing to get dirty. The dogs are exuberant and mostly untrained (but grateful!), the work is physically demanding, very hands-on and sometimes stressful, often rewarding. The cats are many, and varied, tame and feral. They have their own "Cat-House" and all the great outdoors... Training is provided.

You will be part of a team but will frequently work independently feeding and exercising dogs, cleaning yards and concrete areas, managing groups of dogs, and sometimes grooming and bathing or other animal related activities. You may also be trained to administer medications and keep records if you show interest and aptitude. And, there are mobile adoptions in the San Francisco Bay Area, after a time, if desired, and you are good with the public, this could become part of your helping the animals as well – finding them homes! (over 21 years of age, a valid CDL and good driving record is required.)

You must love dogs, and/or cats, be reliable, compassionate, patient, able to follow instructions and to work independently. The wage includes room, though you may choose to live in town. If you choose to live in town, you must have reliable transportation. For anyone considering relocation, a one-month trial commitment is requested for everyone's benefit.

CURRENT JOBS AVAILABLE INCLUDE:

SANCTUARY MANAGEMENT & CARETAKING.  This is a position for a couple ideally.  The main house at the sanctuary would be your living quarters.

The sanctuary needs people capable of handling a variety of issues with both animals and people.  One person needs to have computer skills, management skills etc. and another (or same) needs to have a basic understanding of medical care for cats and dogs - a veterinary technician would be ideal - or someone with a lot of hands on experience in rescue and treatment of animals from animal shelters, disease control and medications - vaccinations, testing etc.

In fact, becoming full time rescuers/caretakers is more of a lifestyle choice than a job in the traditional sense.  It can be very intense and energy consuming, yet it is also very rewarding in a way that goes far beyond monetary value. 

Here is some useful information that will help make your stay at Milo more pleasant and rewarding:

-You will want to schedule a full week for this experience.

-Clothing: bring comfortable clothing that you are not too attached to.  We recommend long pants and long sleeves and for some, a pair of work gloves.  A hat in the summer and rain gear in the winter are also a good idea.

-Provisions.  The nearest store is in town and about 12 miles away (a half hour drive one way.)  Make sure that you have enough food for your stay.  Refrigeration and cooking facilities are available to you.  Spring water is plentyful and safe to drink.  A water canteen is recommended in the summer months.

-Please arrive at Milo no later than 6:00 pm on the day prior to your visit/interview so that we can show you around and check you in prior to closing down for the night.  The average drive from the Bay Area takes at least 3 hours, and many get lost along the way, so leaving in plenty of time is advised.  Make sure that you have detailed directions (which we can email or fax - do NOT trust Mapquest or Yahoo Maps) and don't hesitate to call if in doubt on how to find us - however, know that cell phones are not dependable in certain areas around and at the sanctuary.)  Quiet hours are from 10pm to 7:00am.

-On your scheduled work/interview day: be ready to go at 7.30am.  You will witness the opening of the House and Main Yards, feeding, watering, scooping, dog walking and you will be involved in all the daily caretaking tasks.  You will experience first hands what a full day of doggie/cat care involves.

Bring plenty of energy, both mentally and physically. 

We hope that you will love this lifestyle as much as we do.  Once again, thanks for your interest in helping our extended family. 

The critters at Milo greatly appreciate it! 

JOBS AT THE SANCTUARY:

CAT CARE SPECIALIST  Knowledge of feline health and medications.
Full and part time cat care people.

PART-TIME GROUNDSKEEPER
Grounds and auto maintenance and kennel work in the building.

(A) ANIMAL CARETAKER CANINE CARE ASSISTANT
Help Rescued Dogs and Cats Find Loving, Permanent Homes
You will drive a van of rescued dogs and cats down from the sanctuary in Mendocino county  down to Berkeley for the weekend to participate in our Saturday/Sunday adoptions at teh Milo Pet Adoption Store. You’ll drive the animals that aren’t adopted and new arrivals up to the sanctuary after the weekend. During most of the week you’ll live at the sanctuary east of Willits, CA (in Mendocino County, near Ukiah). There you’ll be part of a team that cares for the rescued dogs, cats, and other creatures. Now that we have a permanent location (store) in Berkeley, you will help with prepping animals for adoption, clean up after animals, assist with administrative duties and pet adoptions, and follow up with animals in their new adoptive and foster homes.
Requirements: You must be physically fit (able to lift 50 lbs.), love animals, and have a good driving record. You must be able to deal with the public in a positive and creative way and like the idea of a dual country/city life. A sense of humor, self motivation, and easy-going, friendly personality are both big “pluses”.
Benefits: $9 hour to start, depending on experience. Housing provided at the sanctuary. How to apply: Email milo@pacific.net We look forward to hearing from you.

Berkeley/San Francisco Bay Area
Assistant to the Director of The Milo Foundation - Help More Animals Get Out of Shelters Alive

A full-time job, assisting the Director of Milo in many ways.  Interact with the public, go on errands, scoop poop . . . assist in the office, answer phones, data entry, assist in answering email, and reading adoption applications. Physically loading and moving animals into/out of vehicles and to vet appointments etc. Occasionally drive further to rescue animals, or check on adopters and foster homes. Learn about the animals and setting up in the store and retail help as well - assist with animal intake and adoptions, caring for the animals and helping find them loving homes from the MILO PET ADOPTION STORE on Solano Ave. 

Requirements:
A knowledge of computers, and good organizational office and administrative skills.  Good phone skills and ability to work with all kinds of people and dogs and cats!  Multi tasking necessary, ability to work independently as well as with other people in sometimes close quarters, or hectic environment.  Being physically fit and energetic, with no task too beneath you, there will be errands and occasional cleaning out of animal crates, laundry . . . A person who has patience, is bright and focused, having a sense of humor and a sense of urgency as well as the ability to choose priorities and act upon them is a big help!  And of course, caring about animals, and knowledge of their care and health issues a plus . . . the schedule will include working on some weekends.

Benefits:
Pay: $9.50 to start
Some flexibility in schedule
Knowing you are helping more animals be rescued.

How to apply:
Email info@milofoundation.org, or fax resumes to 510-868-1822