Humanely receive, inspect, feed, clean and care for animals housed at the City shelters; prepare and handle animals for impoundment; assist the general public and rescue groups in viewing and selecting adoptable animals; answer questions regarding City ordinances and regulations; assist in the safe and humane handling of animals during euthanasia procedures and perform a variety of tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

High School diploma or GED or successful completion of two (2) WorkKeys® Skills Assessments (listed below); and

Two (2) years of animal care experience.

If applicant does not possess a valid High School diploma or GED, WorkKeys® skills assessments must be successfully completed by the prospective candidate in order to apply for this position. Click here for information on how to schedule a Workkeys® assessment. Workkeys®assessment scores needed for this position are as follows:

• Workplace documents with a minimum score of Level 4
• Graphic Literacy with a minimum score of Level 4

• Principles and practices of humane animal handling, care and treatment
• A variety of animal species, breeds and related behavioral and health characteristics
• Operational characteristics of kennel equipment and tools
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers
• Occupational hazards and standard kennel safety practices
• Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations

• Correctly and humanely use and apply a variety of animal handling skills
• Operate animal control tools and equipment in a humane, safe and effective manner
• Operate a variety of motor vehicles in a safe and effective manner
• Assist in humanely restraining animals for various procedures
• Compassionately interact with animals in ways to minimize stress and enhance environment
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public accurately, promptly and courteously
• Operate office equipment including computers
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation