What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Shelter Assistant position at City of Springfield (MO)?
LOVE TO CLEAN AND WORK WITH DOGS, CATS, and MORE?
The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Animal Shelter Assistant. This position will assist with all types of duties at the Animal Shelter and make a difference in our community and those that live in it! This position will participate in the daily operations of the animal shelter including animal enclosure cleaning, maintenance, record keeping, animal admissions, and animal welfare. Position will focus heavily on cleaning and disinfecting animal enclosures, removing animal waste, and working in a noisy/wet environment. Applicants will need the ability to complete tasks independently and also dispatch calls from the public to the Animal Control Officers - excellent customer service skills are a must! Please note this position requires a valid driver's license.
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- Six months to one year experience working with animals is preferred but not required;
PREFERRED - Previous customer service, cleaning and maintenance experience.
Licensing/Certification
- Requires a valid driver's license.
For more information on essential functions and other requirements for the Animal Shelter Assistant position, please see the job description.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet
Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
Salary : $31,803 - $39,728
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