Kennel Technician I

This is entry level routine work in the care, monitoring, control, and recordkeeping of animals brought into the animal shelter.

Jurisdiction Yearly Salary Mobile County$36,653 - $58,595City of Mobile$33,263 - $53,176Amended 10/17/2023 

Amended 01/08/2024 Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, and a minimum of one year experience working with animals; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements. 

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence.   Must obtain Euthanasia Certification within the first six months of employment and State of Alabama Certified Euthanasia Technician licensure within 90 days of receipt of Euthanasia Certification. For details, please see the Class Specifications | KENNEL TECHNICIAN I | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com). 

All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board Job Opportunities page. As you create a JobOpps account, you will be asked for Notification Preferences (email or paper). Paper notification is not available; therefore, "email" should be selected. All notifications will be sent by email only. Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Merit System employment and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.

If needed, computers and scanners are available in our office at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL.

Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, except for major holidays.

Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.

Adam Bourne, Personnel Director

The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers.