Animal Care & Adoption Specialist

City of Springdale, AR; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Springdale, AR is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to provide general care and maintenance of animals, perform intake and adoption duties, and assist the public with questions about animal matching and services. You will also manage daily reports, process transactions at the register, and help maintain a clean facility.

The role requires high school diploma or GED and 7-11 months of related experience or training, with proficiency in basic computer use and common office equipment.

Qualifications

• Provide general care for animals.
• Assist with intake and adoptions and complete paperwork.
• Answer phone and assist the public.
• Operate register and run daily reports.
• Clean and disinfect animal cages.
• Feed, water and provide general care.
• Handle wild/vicious animals as needed.
• Pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Attend to animal care duties and ensure safe handling of animals.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kennels and facilities.
• Provide information to the public about animals and adoption options.
• Support team in maintaining accurate records and daily operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Reliability and attendance

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Animal traps

Catch poles

Hoses

Mops and scrub brushes

Job description

City of Springdale, AR is seeking an Animal Care Assistant to provide general care and maintenance of animals, perform intake and adoption duties, and assist the public with questions about animal matching and services. You will also manage daily reports, process transactions at the register, and help maintain a clean facility.

The role requires high school diploma or GED and 7-11 months of related experience or training, with proficiency in basic computer use and common office equipment.