Animal Caretaker - Part-time

Allegan County Government; Michigan; On-site; USD 20,264 - 28,861; Part time

Job summary

Allegan County Government is seeking an Animal Caretaker for the Allegan County Animal Shelter in Michigan. The role involves ensuring the care and well-being of sheltered animals, including kennel cleaning, feeding, and providing mental and physical enrichment.

This part-time role starts at $17.83 per hour and requires a High School Diploma or GED. Candidates should be passionate about animal care and capable of working in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in animal care or a related field preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Handle general care tasks such as feeding and kennel cleaning.
• Assist in restraining animals for veterinary management.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment.

Skills

Passion for helping and treating animals

Ability to interact with animals in a calm, non-threatening manner

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall care and well‑being of the animals housed at the Allegan County Animal Shelter. The Animal Caretaker will perform kennel cleaning, walking, feeding, and provide mental and physical enrichment to the animals. The position will also handle administrative tasks such as animal intake, keeping an inventory of animal food and shelter supplies, and maintaining records of animal care activities.

Starting Wage

$17.83 per hour – part time position

Responsibilities And Duties

• Handle general care tasks such as feeding and kennel cleaning of the animals.
• Assist in restraining animals for veterinary management.
• Create intake paperwork for all animal intakes.
• Create Kennel Card for all new animal intakes.
• Provide intake vaccination and prevention for animals.
• Keep records of animal feedings, treatments, and other updates.
• Perform daily laundry and cleaning to meet animal health state mandates.
• Engage in play activities and exercise with the animals.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment.
• Provide weekly inventory list for animal food and shelter supplies.

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience in animal care or a related field preferred.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping and treating animals.
• Ability to interact with animals in a calm, non‑threatening manner.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions and changing work priorities.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, and team‑oriented.
• Candidates must pass a drug screen (which includes testing for THC) in order to be hired for this position.