PART-TIME ANIMAL CARE ATTENDANT / PET ADOPTION CENTERJOB OVERVIEW:The purpose of this position is to perform kennel custodial and assigned animal care tasks. The work is performed under the supervision of the Kennel Supervisor.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Works as a team member with other kennel staff to ensure the daily operations of the shelter are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures.Cleans and disinfects animal cages. Washes feeding and watering containers. Feeds and waters animals.Empties trash containers and washes windows.Sweeps and mops floors.Monitors animal health and reports sick animals to the veterinary technicians.Inventories and requests kennel supplies. Stocks supplies.Assist the public in selecting suitable adoptable animals. Counsel potential adopters.Washes dishes and laundry.Dog and cat enrichment as needed.Cleans and loads incinerator. Loads, unloads and cleans freezer.Empty traps.Exposure to humane euthanasia and prepares rabies specimens for testing.Staff off-site adoption and special events. Conducts various public education programs.