Animal Care Technician - Shelter Enrichment & Adoptions

City of Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bilingual pay

Résumé du poste

The City of Sacramento seeks an Animal Care Technician to care for impounded animals, assist with admissions and outcomes, and support humane operations at the Animal Care Services Center.

Responsibilities include feeding, behavior assessments, euthanasia under policy, and collaborating with volunteers and the public. Evening/weekend shifts may be required; safety protocols are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Safely care for and handle domestic and exotic animals.
• Maintain accurate records and reports of animal intake, care, and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, and the public.

Responsabilités

• Feed, water, and provide treatment for impounded animals.
• Inspect and monitor animal health and temperament; document findings.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, equipment, and facility areas.
• Perform humane euthanasia as directed.
• Assist veterinarian with medical tasks and sample collection.
• Provide adoption counseling and customer service.
• Supervise and train volunteers; coordinate volunteer activities.
• Assist with animal handling during transfers and rescues.

Connaissances

English proficiency

Animal handling safety

Record keeping

Customer service

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's preferred (animal science)

Description du poste

The City of Sacramento seeks an Animal Care Technician to care for impounded animals, assist with admissions and outcomes, and support humane operations at the Animal Care Services Center.

Responsibilities include feeding, behavior assessments, euthanasia under policy, and collaborating with volunteers and the public. Evening/weekend shifts may be required; safety protocols are mandatory.