ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST

Genesee County MI; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Genesee County MI is seeking an Animal Care Specialist to perform essential kennel work such as feeding and cleaning shelter animals. This role requires customer service skills and a valid Michigan Driver's license, along with the ability to work irregular hours and handle stressful situations involving animals.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED required.
• Must be certified as a euthanasia Technician within six months.
• Six months customer service experience with cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Feeds and waters animals in the shelter.
• Cleans cages, mops floors, and disposes of animals as directed.
• Maintains records and prepares reports as required.

Skills

Knowledge of animals

Ability to utilize computers daily

Ability to deal with the public calmly

Ability to follow written and oral directions

Education

Graduation from high school or GED

Certification as a euthanasia Technician

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Base pay range

$17.65/hr - $36,715.00/hr

Union AFSCME 496.01 Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Open Date 6/9/2025 Closed Date 06/23/2025 Location Animal Control Description

Starting Pay: $17.6514 Hourly ($36,715)

Step A: $20.6038 Hourly ($42,856)

Step B: $21.1341 Hourly ($43,959)

Step C: $21.6663 Hourly ($45,066)

Step D: $22.2288 Hourly ($46,236)

Step E: $22.8298 Hourly ($47,486)

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED;

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Basic computer knowledge;

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Six (6) months customer service experience which included cash handling.

Special Requirements

Must be certified as a euthanasia Technician by the Michigan Department of Agriculture as determined by Chief Animal Control Officer within six months of hire and willing to work weekends and irregular hours.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's license.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs routine kennel work including feeding and watering of animals, the cleaning of the shelter, and disposes of animals as directed using pre-determined methods. Works under the supervision of the Chief Animal Control Officer and performs related duties as required.

Essential Job Duties And Functions

• Feeds and waters animals in the shelter.
• Cleans cages, mops floors and runways in the shelter.
• Disposes of animals using the prescribed methods.
• Serves at counter helping the public retrieve animals and purchase licenses.
• Collects fees for animals to be released back to owners.
• Collects license fees regular and delinquent.
• Maintains records and prepares reports as required.
• Performs minor equipment and building repairs and maintenance.
  
  

Essential Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of animals.
• Ability to utilize computers daily.
• Ability to check and handle animals safely.
• Ability to deal with the public calmly and with tact in stressful situations concerning animals.
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and respectfully in a complex, multicultural work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditions.
  
  

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