Seasonal Kennel Care, Part-Time

Seasonal Kennel Care, Part-Time

Hourly Rate: $14.00

Responsible for the husbandry and care of all program animals including dogs, cats, rodents, and lab facilities. Must follow disease control protocols. Also responsible for any medical treatments for those animals and reporting any problems or concerns immediately to the veterinarian.

Applicants must submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume or CV
• An online employment application

Working Relationships

Works closely with Veterinarian, Veterinary Technicians and other staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Other duties as assigned.
• Work independently and as part of team.
• Work under stressful conditions and work efficiently and effectively under those conditions.
• Keep DVM and CVT informed of health or animal behavior concerns.
• Bend, kneel, and twist repeatedly.
• Follow specific medical care instructions and record any medical care/treatments.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Stock all food and kennel/cleaning supplies as needed.
• Move cages to clean behind, sweep and mop all floors, including hallway and L 160 lab.
• Clean, fold, and stock kennel laundry as needed.
• Perform twice daily cleaning of runs, cages and cat community, following proper disease control protocol to ensure an aseptic environment.
• Feed and medicate all animals twice daily following individual instructions.

Minimum Requirements

• Candidate should be a highly motivated, enthusiastic self-starter with a professional attitude.

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://www.parkland.edu/careers will not be considered.

Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources.
For further information application process, please contact at 217-351-2220.

Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at 217-351-2220 or by emailing [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer