Animal Shelter Care Specialist

City of Liberal; Liberal (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Liberal is seeking dedicated individuals to perform routine animal care duties at the municipal animal shelter. You will feed, clean, and socialize animals, and assist with basic veterinary tasks as needed.

You must interact professionally with the public, maintain records, and follow safety protocols. A high school diploma or GED and six months of animal-care experience are preferred; background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus six months of experience working with animals in an animal care facility or equivalent.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• Ability to pass background check and pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes animal housing and keeping areas at the shelter.
• Feeds, waters, exercises, and socializes animals.
• Keeps records of activities performed as required.
• Assists in euthanasia, vaccination, and medication of animals.
• Assists in answering telephone calls from the public regarding stray or lost animals.

Skills

Animal care

Public interaction

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Restraint equipment

Job description

City of Liberal is seeking dedicated individuals to perform routine animal care duties at the municipal animal shelter. You will feed, clean, and socialize animals, and assist with basic veterinary tasks as needed.

You must interact professionally with the public, maintain records, and follow safety protocols. A high school diploma or GED and six months of animal-care experience are preferred; background checks apply.