Hiring Range $18.55- $19.47 per hour. Prior related experience and internal equity factors will be considered when determining the hourly rate offered to the selected candidate. GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:Under general supervision, performs a combination of technical and custodial duties in support of the Sheriff's Office Animal Shelter's operations. Duties include cleaning and maintaining shelter cages and facility structures and recording information and activities. Performs responsible, routi... more details
Job Description
Hiring Range $18.55- $19.47 per hour
Prior related experience and internal equity factors will be considered when determining the
hourly rate offered to the selected candidate.
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Under general supervision, performs a combination of technical and custodial duties in support of the Sheriff's Office Animal Shelter's operations. Duties include cleaning and maintaining shelter cages and facility structures and recording information and activities. Performs responsible, routine work in the field of animal care; provides direct services to the animals and assists volunteers, visitors, and residents of Stafford County. Work is conducted at the direction of the Shelter Manager or Assistant Manager.
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Examples of Duties
Greets customers and provides intake documents
Receives, processes, handles and transports animals
Feeds, waters and provides general care for animals at the shelter
Cleans and disinfects the shelter, its cages, equipment and structures - ensures facility is neat, orderly and clean
Performs work in the general maintenance of the shelter facility - makes minor repairs to equipment
Observes animals for illness
Administers medications, assists with vaccinations and schedules veterinary checks to care for animal health
Washes and removes external parasites for animals
Prepares and maintains information related to animal tests; records; adoptions; and related health information
Provides information and assistance regarding department services through telephone calls and direct person on-site customer service
Communicates with the general public concerning adoption, release and redemption of animals
Dispatches citizen complaint calls to Animal Control Officers
Inputs and retrieves information on the computer such as records on dog licenses, citizen complaints, and shelter information
Assists with euthanization of animals when necessary
Performs related tasks of a similar nature or level as required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of the care and feeding of domesticated animals and necessary safety precautions
General knowledge of animal breeds and common animal diseases
Demonstrated interest in animals
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to follow precise instructions for dispensing medication
Ability to handle animals in a humane manner and without personal injury
Ability to move heavy, immobilized, or resistant animals
Ability to assist the public and communicate effectively
Ability to read animal behavior and maintain a safe environment
Ability to document behavior in clear language based on observable behavior
Ability to work collaboratively with others and avoid negative interpersonal altercations
Ability to use a computer and standard business software
Education and Experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or equivalent and six (6) months experience cleaning or handling domestic animals; OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Animal Caretakers must earn euthanasia certification within twelve (12) months of hire The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the hiring process which may include an interview, fingerprint and criminal history check, background investigation and pre-employment medical exam to include drug and alcohol testing. Possession of a valid driver’s license and proof of acceptable driving record compliant with County policy such as to allow operation of County vehicles Must be able to work a flexible schedule including shift work, weekends, holidays or on call Animal Caretakers may be considered essential personnel and must have the ability to report to work in emergency conditions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; and some work requiring the lifting or dragging, for short distances, of 100 pounds of force occasionally; up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions; i.e., extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, hazards and atmospheric conditions.
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