What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Shelter Technician (JN25-16AC) position at Town of Collierville Government?
The Town of Collierville is hiring for a Full-Time Animal Shelter Technician to join our Animal Services team! If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community, look no further!
About The Town
The Town of Collierville has all the amenities and services of a large metropolitan area successfully blended with historic charm and character. Through many years of visionary planning, Collierville has grown to be known as one of the most desirable communities in the nation to live, work, and learn. Because of this, we are very careful in selecting exceptional individuals to become part of our team.
What's The Role?
Working as an Animal Shelter Technician, you will perform skilled work involving the care of animals housed in the shelter and provide assistance to the Animal Shelter manager on daily shelter operations. You can also expect to clean/disinfect the kennels and cages, maintain the dietary needs of the animals, and assist with routine procedures of the shelter such as showing animals to the public for adoptions, the drop off of animals to be held in the shelter and the reclaim of animals by the appropriate individuals. You will assist the veterinarian in the performance of minor surgical and medical procedures; assist in the sterilization of medical trays and a wide variety of surgical instruments, and assist in the administering of medication to animals when necessary. This is a Sunday - Thursday schedule. Must be able to perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements
Here is what you need to be considered for the position of Animal Shelter Technician:
- High School Diploma
- Valid Driver’s License
- Applicant must have prior professional animal handling and care experience.
What's the Next Step?
If this sounds like the perfect job for you, please download our general application from the tab below, or you can also visit Town Hall and submit a physical application in the Human Resources Department.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,440.00 - $48,672.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Animal shelter: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Collierville, TN 38017: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,440 - $48,672
