What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Animal Shelter Aide position at City of Pharr?
Join our dedicated team at the City of Pharr as a Part-Time Animal Shelter Aide! Located in the heart of Pharr, TX, this onsite position offers a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of animals and the community. Engage with furry friends, assist in their care, and be a crucial part of our mission to promote animal welfare. With a pay rate of $12,000.00 annually, you'll not only support our shelter but also be part of a customer-focused and energetic work environment. This is not just a job-it's a chance to be innovative and solve real problems while fostering a professional and forward-thinking culture.
Embrace your passion for animals and join us in making a difference!
What it's like to be a PT Animal Shelter Aide
As a Part-Time Animal Shelter Aide at the City of Pharr, you will play a vital role in the care and management of animals entering our facility. Your responsibilities will include performing visual evaluations of all animals, ensuring each one is tagged for identification. You'll be responsible for the daily cleaning and disinfection of kennels, carefully removing animals to maintain a safe and hygienic environment before returning them to their cages. Your duties will also involve feeding all animals according to established Standard Operating Procedures and responsibly managing the disposal of any sick, injured, or deceased animals. This role requires a keen attention to detail and a compassionate approach to animal care, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of animals.
Are you the PT Animal Shelter Aide we're looking for?
To excel as a Part-Time Animal Shelter Aide at the City of Pharr, a range of essential skills and qualifications are required. A solid understanding of animal handling techniques and safety precautions is crucial to ensure both your safety and that of the animals. Effective verbal communication skills are necessary for interacting with the public and your colleagues, as well as for accurately conveying information about animal care and shelter procedures. Additionally, you should possess basic documentation skills to fill out work orders, dog bite reports, and other required paperwork.
The ability to follow both oral and written instructions is vital, as is the capacity to tactfully engage with the public. Building and maintaining effective relationships with fellow employees will contribute to a smooth operation. Proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred to enhance communication within our diverse community. Your compassion and professionalism will make a significant difference in the lives of the animals and their future adopters.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Knowledge of handling animals, hazards and safety precautions of the work.
- Good verbal communication.
- Basic knowledge of all other required documentation and the ability for filling out paperwork, work orders, and dog bite reports.
- The ability to destroy and dispose of unclaimed and diseased animals, follow oral and written instructions, deal tactfully with the public, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public.
- Ability to speak English and Spanish.
Join us!
We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Don't wait - apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with endless possibilities. Let's work together to make great things happen!
Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.
Salary : $12,000
