Animal Shelter Attendant

Davis County Government; Kaysville (UT); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Davis County Animal Care is hiring for an Animal Shelter Attendant in Fruit Heights, Utah. This part-time role involves basic shelter duties including kenneling, feeding, and caring for animals, with a weekend schedule (Saturday & Sunday plus a Monday or Friday shift).

The position is entry level and requires at least 16 years old; related experience is preferred but not required. Responsibilities include assisting the shelter veterinarian and interacting with the public.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• This is an entry level position. Related work experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Works with and around all types of animals and animal matter in enclosed areas.
• Performs kenneling of dogs and cats delivered to the shelter; maintains physical control of both large and small dogs and feral cats by using a catchpole, squeeze trap, and other restraint devices.
• Provides food and water for animals; grooms and bathes animals for adoptions; provides other necessary care for animals housed at the shelter.
• Administers medications, as directed by the Shelter Veterinarian, to animals recovering from injuries and/or surgeries.
• Cleans animal cages, kennels, traps and transport carriers; assists in daily routine cleaning.
• Meets and assists visitors who come to the shelter; provides information to the public; answers questions and helps resolve problems; receives and responds to citizen complaints.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Entry level

Job description

Department: Animal Care Davis County Salary: $12.22 Hourly Closing Date: Open Until Filled Part-time position with a weekend schedule (Saturday & Sunday plus a Monday or Friday shift) Must be at least 16 years old. Davis County Animal Care is currently hiring for Animal Shelter Attendant in Fruit Heights, Utah. This position assists with basic shelter functions at the Davis County Animal Shelter

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• This is an entry level position. Related work experience is preferred but not required.

Day to Day Duties

• Works with and around all types of animals and animal matter in enclosed areas.
• Performs kenneling of dogs and cats delivered to the shelter; maintains physical control of both large and small dogs and feral cats by using a catchpole, squeeze trap, and other restraint devices.
• Provides food and water for animals; grooms and bathes animals for adoptions; provides other necessary care for animals housed at the shelter.
• Administers medications, as directed by the Shelter Veterinarian, to animals recovering from injuries and/or surgeries.
• Cleans animal cages, kennels, traps and transport carriers; assists in daily routine cleaning.
• Meets and assists visitors who come to the shelter; provides information to the public; answers questions and helps resolve problems; receives and responds to citizen complaints.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Shelter Attendant

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