Animal Shelter Attendant: Hands-on Care & Adoptions

Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision plans

Prescription coverage

Deferred Compensation Plan

Flexible Spending Account(s)

Annual/Sick Leave

Job summary

Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government is seeking an Animal Shelter Attendant to provide care for impounded animals, feed, water, exercise, and maintain kennel areas in a clean, disinfected condition. You will assist with vaccinations, medical treatments, and help with admissions and handling of animals.

The role includes recording animal data, assisting visitors with adoptions, performing general office tasks, and supporting euthanasia procedures when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in animal care preferred.
• Ability to maintain records and reports.
• Willingness to assist with euthanasia procedures as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides proper care of all animals including feeding, watering, cleaning, and exercising; cleans and disinfects pens, floors, and related kennel areas in accordance with established practices.
• Performs euthanasia procedures on designated animals utilizing Sodium Phenobarbital injections; prepares carcasses for disposal; makes required record entries; and maintains accurate records.
• Receives animals at the shelter; separates animals which show signs of diseases; administers vaccines and medications as needed.
• Performs general housekeeping duties to keep facility in an orderly condition.
• Escorts individuals through kennels and assists with the adoption and transfer of animals.
• Provides general office assistance when needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal care

Record keeping

Vaccination administration

Public interaction

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing

Database software

Catch pole

Dart gun

Personal computer

Job description

Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government is seeking an Animal Shelter Attendant to provide care for impounded animals, feed, water, exercise, and maintain kennel areas in a clean, disinfected condition. You will assist with vaccinations, medical treatments, and help with admissions and handling of animals.

The role includes recording animal data, assisting visitors with adoptions, performing general office tasks, and supporting euthanasia procedures when required.