ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Subject to change

• Cleans and disinfects kennels, wards, cages, equipment, runs and other areas of the facility. Checks and maintains supply levels; makes simple observations regarding sickness and/or injury.
• Humanely handles and kennels all animals and identifies shelter animals with appropriate tags or bands before kenneling. This includes animals which may be ill, injured, quarantined or aggressive.
• Provides food, water and proper care of all shelter animals by adhering to schedules and protocols within departmental policy.
• Provides vaccination, micro chipping, FIV/FEV testing and treatment of all shelter animals.
• Monitors all animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined, for signs of illness or unusual behavior; makes notations and reports problems regarding health and behavior of animals of the Animal Care Supervisor and/or Veterinary Medical staff.
• Performs the euthanasia of animals by injecting selected animals with controlled substance, in accordance with established laws and departmental policy; disposes of the euthanized animal.
• Maintains accurate and legible case files and records for each animal in shelter; uses a computer to input, update and access information regarding shelter animals and to produce written documents.
• Provides information and assists the public in search of lost or adoptable pets.
• May assist BARC management, the veterinary staff and other individuals in animal care, surgery or related procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience is required.

One year of general work experience is preferred.

Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check.

Certification: Must obtain an euthanasia certification within one year of employment in job classification.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
NONE

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with verifiable experience in an animal care and/or shelter facility.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TEST REQUIRE None
Division may administer skills assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 11

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832/393-6171.

If you need special services or accommodations, call. (832/393-6171) (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided..

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.