Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience; Oral interview and background investigation; and job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended to be used only as an illustration of various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job may change.

You may be assigned to other city departments to perform various tasks on an as needed basis.

Provides care for sheltered animals. Treats animals with kindness and respect and seeks to socialize in order to make them more adoptable. Maintains a clean and sanitary environment for shelter animals.

Must be able to work a rotating schedule including weekends.

Supervision Received

The immediate supervisor for this position is the Director or Assistant Director.

Specific Job Duties:

• Clean and maintain kennels and animal living areas on a daily basis.

• Clean other shelter areas. Sweep, take out garbage, wash windows, etc.

• Clean and maintain shelter equipment: i.e. carriers, leashes, brushes, etc.

• Wash food and water bowls and put them away in an orderly fashion.

• Provide each animal with food and water following approved feeding protocols.

• Help as needed with the check-in of new animals and inspection.

• Follow proper safety measures and procedures when using chemicals and cleaning supplies

• Assist other employees, clients, and volunteers in a cheerful and respectful manner as a representative of the Animal Shelter.

• Help with washing, drying and folding of laundry.

• Help maintain a clean and organized warehouse.

• Inform supervisor of any health issues with the animals.

• Responsible for all other duties as assigned by the Animal Control Officer.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge:

• Able to read, write, understand and follow oral and written instructions

Skills and Abilities:

• Should enjoy working with dogs and cats

• Able to humanely handle animals under various circumstances

• Able to work harmoniously with other employees

• Must be punctual, reliable, and responsible

Physical Demands

• Able to stand for long periods of time

• Able to lift and carry 40 lbs bags and boxes

• Able to bend and squat regularly

• Able to handle large animals (up to 100 lbs dog)

Work Environment

60% of work is indoors in climate-controlled environment. 40% of work may be outdoors in temperatures ranging from 45 degrees F to 100 degrees F.