What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Animal Control Maintenance Worker - (Part-time) position at City of Cedar Rapids, IA?
The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a dedicated and reliable individual to join our Animal Control team as a Temporary Maintenance Worker. This part-time role supports the health, safety, and cleanliness of our animal shelter and facilities, ensuring a humane and well-maintained environment for both animals and staff. We welcome everyone who meets all qualifications to apply.
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Responsible for the daily care of all animals including cleaning and disinfection of kennels and runs to provide a healthy environment for the animals in our care. This position also provides daily exercise, enrichment, and behavioral evaluations of animals.
The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Cleans and disinfects kennels and animal shelter runs daily.
- Feeds and waters animals daily.
- Observes and documents animals’ appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent daily. Notifies management of any concerning or dangerous behavior.
- Utilize animal handling skills to provide a safe and humane environment for all animals.
- Exercises dogs and provides enrichment to all animals.
- Properly stocks and organizes all animal holding rooms as well as storage rooms.
- Washes and dries laundry items. Washes and sterilizes bowls, toys, or other items.
- Maintains equipment used to complete job assignments and keeps such equipment and tools in good working condition. Notifies management of any repairs needed or new equipment necessary to adequately complete assignments.
- Performs grounds maintenance, including shoveling snow, cleaning up trash and animal waste.
- Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices.
- Supports continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Thoroughly cleans and disinfects of all areas in shelter.
- Maintains regular and consistent attendance at work.
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Performs related work as required.
Required Education and Experience
- High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)
- Reliable work attendance
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations
- One year of experience in an animal shelter, rescue, or veterinary clinic performing kennel operations and monitoring animal behavior
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must successfully complete NCIC background check, polygraph and be fingerprinted upon acceptance of offer of employment
- Must be able to lift 50lbs
Work Schedule
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Sunday-Wednesday 7:00am-12:00pm
Or - Wednesday-Saturday 7:00am-12:00pm
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
