Animal Services Recreation Assistant II

KSAL Morning News Extra; Kansas; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Salina seeks a part-time Recreation Assistant II to provide care and support for shelter animals while assisting in the adoption process. This role involves hands-on training in animal handling and customer service, ensuring a safe environment for animals and prospective owners. Ideal candidates will have a compassionate attitude and a commitment to animal welfare, fulfilling various responsibilities including animal care, customer service, and health monitoring.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an animal care or veterinary setting is a plus.
• Basic computer skills for data entry & record-keeping required.
• Proficiency in safely restraining animals for procedures.

Responsibilities

• Cleans & cares for shelter animals daily.
• Supports the adoption process and provides information to potential pet owners.
• Monitors animal health and reports concerns to senior staff.

Skills

Animal Handling

Customer Service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

RECREATION ASSISTANT II
Animal Tech Assistant
City of Salina, Kansas
Parks & Recreation / Animal Services
Intermittent Part-Time·Permanent

Our Recreation Assistant II plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being & daily care of our shelter animals, including cleaning enclosures, providing nutritious meals, & creating a clean, safe environment where animals can thrive. This role has a meaningful impact on the lives of animals & their future owners by facilitating adoptions & guiding prospective pet owners through the adoption process with detailed, compassionate information about each animal. Valuable experience is gained in animal handling & skills are developed to monitor animal health closely. All of this is accomplished while working with a supportive, knowledgeable team dedicated to animal welfare & community service.

On-the-Job Training:Our next Recreation Assistant II will receive hands-on training in animal care, shelter operations, & customer service, all while working in a safe & friendly environment. Our experienced team is committed to supporting new employees’ growth & providing guidance in learning best practices for animal handling, health monitoring, & adoption assistance. We prioritize safety, compassion, & teamwork, creating a positive workplace where our employees gain valuable skills & make a meaningful impact on the lives of animals & the community.

Duties:
·Animal Care:Cleans & provides daily care to animals, ensuring they are healthy, fed, & housed in a clean environment.
·Adoption Assistance:Supports pet adoptions by helping prospective pet owners, providing information about animals, & facilitating the adoption process.
·Customer Service:Answers telephone inquiries, assists visitors, & provides excellent customer service to pet owners & the general public.
·Animal Handling:Safely & humanely restrains animals for various procedures, including medical examinations & vaccinations.
·Health Monitoring:Observes animals for signs of illness or distress & report any concerns to senior staff.

Education:High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience:
·Previous experience in an animal care or veterinary setting is a plus but not required.
·Basic computer skills for data entry & record-keeping.
·Strong telephone & communication skills to effectively interact with the public.

Desired Qualifications:
·Proficiency in safely restraining animals for various procedures.
·Maintains a high standard of customer service.
·Communicates well with Animal Services patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
·Demonstrates kindness to Animal Services patrons & presents professional attitude at all times.
·Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

Requirements:
·Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
·This is a non-driving position.
·Must pass a background check.
·Must have reliable transportation to-and-from work.
·Must be available to work shifts.
·Follows scheduling protocols & routinely obtains work schedule.
·Follows time & attendance guidelines.
·Adheres to payroll requirements.
·Attends required trainings & meetings.
·Reviews posted event calendars.
·Must be able to follow instructions & adhere to shelter protocols & procedures.
·Performs all job tasks according to rules, guidelines & expectations of Animal Services Manager.
·Responds in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.

Work Type:
·Moderate, exerting up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
·Capability to stand, walk, & bend for extended periods.

Attitude & Work Ethic:
·Positive attitude & willingness to learn.
·Strong work ethic with a commitment to animal welfare.
·Compassion & kindness toward animals & pet owners are essential.
·Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.
·Patience & resilience, especially when dealing with challenging situations or distressed animals.

Hours:
·Part-time position with 5-25 hours per week.
·Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends & holidays as needed.

Contact Information

City of Salina
Human Resources Department