What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Attendant position at County of Bergen?
Animal Attendant – County of Bergen
Department of Health Services - Division of Animal Services
Under direction, cares for, feeds and grooms’ dogs, cats, and other animals; does related work as required. We are an open admission, municipal shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords.
Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)
- Primarily involved in the care, feeding, cleaning, and grooming of animals.
- Must be willing and able to be trained in the safe handling of potentially fractious animals.
- Ability to clean and disinfect according to mandated disease control protocols for the animal's living quarters, food/water bowls and bedding.
- Must possess the ability to observe animals’ general health, diet, weight, appetite, and behavior etc. for negative symptoms and report findings to the medical department.
- Maintain security within the areas where the animals are housed.
- Must be able to deal courteously with co-workers and the public.
- Must be able to keep simple records.
Schedule:
· Full-time.
· Weekend and Holiday work is required.
Education/Experience:
· High School Graduate.
Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
- Possess a valid NJ Driver's License.
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
- Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29,800 - $37,700
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