Animal Care And Shelter Attendant (Grade 9)

Nature of Work

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THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S ANIMAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

The City of Huntsville's Animal Services department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our

Animal Care and Shelter Attendant positions.

Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.

Come join our growing Animal Services Team! Apply today!

About our Department:

Huntsville Animal Services provides sheltering, enforcement, and prevention services for Huntsville and the unincorporated areas of Madison County. In partnership with community organizations, Animal Services provides a safety net for lost and homeless pets and is committed to sustaining the City's goal of finding live outcomes for at least 90 percent of the companion animals that enter the shelter each year. We enforce animal regulations, including state mandated rabies control and all local municipal ordinances, and we are focused on prevention?based service provisions aimed at assisting citizens in complying with regulations.

Animal Care and Shelter Attendant Position Overview:

This is manual and specialized work responsible for the proper care of animals and sanitation and operation of animal holding areas consistent with City of Huntsville Animal Services Department guidelines. Work also involves providing customer service by responding to questions regarding animal adoptions, lost/found animals, animal intake, animal behavior and other related questions to Animal Services.

Necessary Special Requirements:

A valid driver's license is required.

Desired Special Requirements:

Euthanasia Technician Certification through the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.

For More Information Regarding the Animal Care and Shelter Attendant Job Duties, Please Visit the Website Below:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/70455

Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request

Minimum Education, Training and Experience