Animal Care Attendant / Pet Adoption Center

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This is a Percentage Time Position (60%), working 24 hours per week and earning some pro-rated benefits such as Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, and Holidays.

JOB OVERVIEW: The purpose of this position is to perform kennel custodial and assigned animal care tasks. The work is performed under the supervision of the Kennel Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works as a team member with other shelter staff to ensure the daily operations of the shelter are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Cleans and disinfects animal cages and empties traps. Washes feeding and watering containers.
• Feeds and waters animals.
• Empties trash containers and washes windows.
• Sweeps and mops floors.
• Monitors animal health and reports sick animals to the veterinary technicians.
• Inventories and requests kennel supplies. Stocks supplies.
• Assist the public in selecting suitable adoptable animals. Counsel potential adopters.
• Washes dishes and laundry.
• Dog and cat enrichment as needed.
• Cleans and loads incinerator under supervision. Loads, unloads and cleans freezer.
• Empty traps.
• Assists with humane euthanasia and prepares rabies specimens for testing.
• Staff off-site adoption and special events. Conducts various public education programs.
• Assists with directing volunteers, assisting other shelter units and assists with behavior analysis.

REQUIREMENTS:

• General/technical high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Prior responsible work experience, preferably with animals.
• An understanding of animal diseases and modes of transmission is helpful. An ability to identify and evaluate animal breeds, characteristics, behavior and temperament is a plus.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed including holidays and weekends.
• At times mandatory overtime may be required.
• Must be able to tolerate loud noise, strong odors, and properly use various harsh chemicals.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects, some in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to handle a variety of animal specifics and relate well with the public.

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted using the APPLY NOW link above. We do not accept faxed, e-mailed or print applications.

This is a full-time position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Retirement, and Tuition Assistance programs.

Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied.

St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.