Registered Veterinary Technician

Salary : $45,593.60 - $61,110.40 Annually

Location : Chico, CA

Job Type : Hourly Full Time

Job Number : 24-00436

Department : Police Department

Division : Animal Control / Services

Opening Date : 08 / 05 / 2024

Closing Date : 3 / 8 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Position Information

This recruitment is for one current opening at the Chico Animal Shelter.

Under general supervision, work independently to perform a variety of technical and routine work with an emphasis on animal care in a shelter operation; Employees in this classification supervise, coordinate and perform a combination of kennel and animal care work; deal tactfully and effectively with the public; responsible for carrying out the direction of a licensed veterinarian in providing paramedical treatment to animals in accordance with federal, state and local law including humane euthanasia of animals according to established procedures; work with volunteers and rescue groups; may handle monies generated; perform related work as required.

Job Description

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Typical duties may vary from routine animal care to more complex duties of a similar nature.

Employees in this classification will assist with the planning, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring of daily activities of shelter staff and volunteers.

Provide training, task supervision and evaluation of staff assigned.

Assists with training of volunteers and work crews.

Oversee the daily operation of the shelter in the absence of the supervisor.

Assess animal health and temperament on arrival.

Conduct general health checks, administer medicine and vaccines.

Provide care to animals requiring treatment and / or special needs.

Clean and maintain building and grounds areas at the shelter.

Monitor and ensure availability of animal care supplies, food and equipment.

Perform compassionate and humane euthanasia and disposal of animals according to department protocols.

Maintain detailed records and security of federally controlled drugs in compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Safely handle and transport animals from the shelter to the veterinary hospital or another shelter as needed.

Update computer files when receiving, treating, moving or determining disposition animals.

Handle animals humanely and effectively under stressful situations.

Observe and monitor animal shelter population and report behavior irregularities and / or disease symptoms.

Assist in responding to disaster situations.

Operate office equipment; keep accurate records and logs.

Manage multiple tasks and prioritize work.

Qualifications

Knowledge of :

Work-related safety standards and procedures.

Ability to :

Handle dangerous, aggressive, sick or injured animals.

Education and Experience :

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

High School graduation supplemented by knowledge of animal husbandry and shelter practices. Education, training and / or experience that demonstrate skills necessary would be three years of experience working with domestic animals in a veterinary hospital, humane society or other animal facility. A community college or college level degree related to the specialty area may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis.

Licenses and Certifications :

Valid current certification as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) issued by the Veterinary Medical Board of the State of California

Additional Information

Physical Demands :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk on a variety of surfaces, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift, pull, push and / or move more than 50 pounds; carry and restrain animals weighing up to and in excess of 50 pounds. Employee may occasionally lift, and / or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Environmental Conditions :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk on a variety of surfaces, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, squat, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; taste and smell. The employee must frequently lift, pull, push and / or move more than 50 pounds; carry and restrain animals weighing up to and in excess of 50 pounds. Employee may occasionally lift, and / or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The City of Chico offers a wide range of employee benefits. Benefits are subject to negotiations with employee organizations and may vary with individual bargaining units. For a summary of benefits, please visit the City of Chico website at :

All applications must include a resume. Failure to attach a resume to your application will result in denial of application. Please select "yes" acknowledging that you have read and understand this requirement.

Do you have a High School diploma, or equivalent?

Do you have a college level degree related to animal husbandry?

How many years of experience do you have handling domestic animals in a work environment?

This position requires you to be euthanasia certified, and you will be asked to assist in the euthanasia process. Do you have any experience with euthanasia in a shelter or vet clinic?

Required Question

Salary : $45,594 - $61,110