ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a prominent animal shelter, where you will provide humane care for shelter animals and ensure their well-being. As an Animal Care Technician, you will engage in various tasks, including cleaning, feeding, and monitoring the health of animals, while also documenting care activities using specialized software. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of animals in need, all while working in a supportive environment that values compassion and teamwork. If you're passionate about animal welfare and ready to contribute to a vital community service, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must obtain euthanasia certification within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects kennels and equipment.
• Provides care and monitors health of shelter animals.
• Maintains accurate records for each animal.

Skills

Animal Care

Humane Handling

Record Keeping

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Animal Control Software

Job description

Applications accepted from:ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification: ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN
Posting Number:36259
Department: Administration and Regulatory Affairs
Division: BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions/Kennel
Reporting Location: 2700 Evella
Workdays & Hours: Various Days and Hours*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides humane care for the shelter animals and maintains facilities. Frequently uses animal control, care, and management software to document activities in field, shelter, and office settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Cleans and disinfects kennels, wards, cages, equipment, runs, and other areas of the facility. Checks and maintains supply levels; makes simple observations regarding sickness and/or injury.
2. Humanely handles and kennels all animals and identifies shelter animals with appropriate tags or bands before kenneling. This includes animals which may be ill, injured, quarantined, or aggressive.
3. Provides food, water, and proper care of all shelter animals by adhering to schedules and protocols within departmental policy.
4. Provides vaccination, microchipping, FIV/FEV testing, and treatment of all shelter animals.
5. Monitors all animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined, for signs of illness or unusual behavior; makes notations and reports problems regarding health and behavior of animals to the Animal Care Supervisor and/or Veterinary Medical staff.
6. Performs the euthanasia of animals by injecting selected animals with controlled substances, in accordance with established laws and departmental policy; disposes of the euthanized animal.
7. Maintains accurate and legible case files and records for each animal in the shelter; uses a computer to input, update, and access information regarding shelter animals and to produce written documents.
8. Provides information and assists the public in search of lost or adoptable pets.
9. May assist BARC management, the veterinary staff, and other individuals in animal care, surgery, or related procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position requires extensive, near-continuous physical exertion such as repeated lifting of very heavy objects (more than 80 lbs.), deep bending, climbing steps, and/or assuming awkward positions.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a high school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience is required.
One year of general work experience is preferred.

Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check.
Certification: Must obtain an euthanasia certification within one year of employment in job classification.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
NONE
Preference will be given to applicants with verifiable experience in an animal care and/or shelter facility.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
SELECTION/SKILLS TEST REQUIRE None
Division may administer skills assessment relevant to job description.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 11
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832/393-0450.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-0450) (TTY 7-1-1).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.