Animal Care & Adoption Specialist

LIVINGSTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

457 Deferred Comp

Paid sick days

Personal time off

Wellness reimbursement

Assistance program

Job summary

Livingston County Government seeks an Animal Shelter Assistant to care for animals, vaccinate, assist with surgeries, and evaluate adoption candidates. You will also interact with visitors and adopters, handling inquiries and complaints with professionalism.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of animal care experience, plus a valid Michigan driver's license and euthanasia/rabies testing certification. Part-time, on-site work with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience caring for animals including vaccinations and assisting in surgeries.
• Alternative education/experience combinations may be considered at County discretion.
• Certified to perform euthanasia and rabies testing.
• Michigan Driver's License required.
• Knowledge of shelter animal care, kennel hygiene, and patient handling.
• Strong oral and written communication; good judgment and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Care for animals ensuring welfare and vaccination administration.
• Assist with pre- and post-surgical care and evaluate animals for potential adoptions.
• Provide customer service to visitors, adopters, and respond to complaints.
• Operate in kennel and office environments, following safety procedures.

Skills

Animal care

Vaccinations

Communication

Disaster/ Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year animal care experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Animal control software

Job description

Livingston County Government seeks an Animal Shelter Assistant to care for animals, vaccinate, assist with surgeries, and evaluate adoption candidates. You will also interact with visitors and adopters, handling inquiries and complaints with professionalism.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of animal care experience, plus a valid Michigan driver's license and euthanasia/rabies testing certification. Part-time, on-site work with growth opportunities.