Posted: 02/13/2026

The Columbia County Humane Society has an immediate, open position for an on-call animal pick up person. Candidates would be responsible to respond to calls for service as requested by CCHS, local Police Departments and the Columbia Co Sheriff’s Department after normal business hours and overnight.
 
Pay rate: $20 per hour/non-exempt
There is a base pay of $70 per month for holding the on-call position.
The primary duties of this position include responding to calls for stray animal pickups or arrests where animals are involved when CCHS is closed to the public. Nights needed are Friday, Saturday and Sunday overnights. Opportunities to pick up more nights as needed. There is some paperwork involved with position. This position is strictly on call overnights.
CCHS provides company van (van does stay at CCHS), tools, phone and supplies needed for pick-ups.
The ideal candidate must meet the following minimum requirements:
1) Must pass a pre-employment drug test
2) Candidate must have a valid WI Driver’s license with a CLEAN driving record and be insurable through the company’s auto policy------No exceptions.
3) Ability to accurately complete intake records and document activities
4) Needs to be able to lift animals of varying weight into a van.
5) Ability to work on-call on a varied schedule weekend nights and holidays. There are no set hours; it’s strictly an on-call position.
6) Have basic animal handling skills and familiarity with working with both dogs and cats of varying temperaments.
7) Must have good verbal and written communication skills
Training will be provided.
9) Willingness to be available overnight to assist Law Enforcement with animal pickups.
Please stop into CCHS and fill out an employment application or send resume to Susan at prodogtrainer@aol.com.