Animal Care Attendant

Animal Care Attendant Job Description

Job Duties - on the job training available for the right candidate.

• Inspection and monitoring of the physical and mental health of all animals kenneled at the ASNN
• Feed, walk, exercise and bathe the animals as needed in our care
• Daily cleaning of dog and cat kennels
• Perform health exams to include blood draws, physical examinations, vaccine administration and behavioral evaluations of all animals
• Perform diagnostic health screenings such as fecal exams, skin scrapings and cultures
• Administer treatments for sick or injured animals as directed by the Shelter Manager or Veterinarian
• Complete all required paperwork to include intake, medical treatment and surgery forms
• Complete adoptions in their entirety, to include paperwork, computer entry and pre/post adoption counseling
• Maintain the facility, as a whole, by performing tasks including but not limited to, sweeping/mopping floors, wiping counters, taking out trash and checking equipment and supplies
• Other duties deemed necessary by the Shelter Manager
• The Animal Care Attendant will report directly to the Shelter Manager

Skills and Abilities Required

• Attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines and work effectively both as a part of a team and independently
• Able to deal professionally and sensitively with a diverse audience
• Self-motivated, outgoing, pleasant, diplomatic, energetic, highly creative, flexible and open to new ideas
• Able to adapt to different situations and react appropriately in stressful and sensitive situations
• Hard working and able to maintain a high level of efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to organize and establish goals
• Superior problem-solving skills paired with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must meet physical requirements including being able to bend, stoop, reach and lift from the ground up, lift up to 55 pounds without assistance, stand for long periods of time and go up and down stairs
• At least 1 year experience in the animal care field preferred, but not required
• Background screening, car ownership and valid driver's license required

The hours for this position will be discussed during the interview but will be between 8am and 6pm as well as alternating weekend shifts.

In order to be considered for this job, you MUST submit a resume. Applicants who do not submit a resume will not be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any animal care experience? If so, please describe in detail.
• Thank you for applying. Why would you be the best candidate for the job? Please refrain from using the words "I love animals". Thanks!

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13