Animal Care Attendant

Under direction of the Animal Care Specialist and the Animal Care Center Manager, performs a combination of kennel and animal care work, with an emphasis on kennel cleaning and sanitation. Includes maintaining clean and sanitary conditions, handling domestic animals (including livestock); cleaning kennels, cages and pens; animal care (including assisting with medical care); and working with volunteers. Provides information and assistance to the general public. Performs related work as required.

SALARY

(B-E Steps)

Animal Care Attendant :

• Cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, play yards, vehicles, equipment, and other areas of the shelter.
• Feeds, waters, and cares for all animals at the shelter.
• Handles animals humanely and effectively under stressful situations, including bathing, grooming, and medical treatment. Handles frightened, fractious, and injured animals humanely.
• Safely handles and transports animals from the Animal Care Center to a veterinary clinic or another shelter as needed.

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Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• One (1) year experience in customer service.
• Environmental experience around animals is preferred.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

 License and Special Requirements:

Salary : $16 - $19