Compassionate Animal Shelter Care Specialist

Craven County Government; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Craven County Government seeks a part-time Animal Control Assistant to care for shelter animals, maintain clean facilities, and support office duties. The role includes educating the public on rabies vaccination rules, logging adoption and welfare records, and assisting with inventory and daily shelter operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of animal-care experience, plus a valid driver's license and SBI background check.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with one year of animal-care experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and explain rules and procedures.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.
• Valid driver's license required.
• SBI background check required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Care for all animals at the shelter and clean animal areas.
• Assist with euthanasia when certified and perform general office tasks.
• Answer inquiries about adoptions and log records.
• Educate the public about rabies vaccination requirements.
• Assist with inventory and shelter operations as needed.
• Assist public and Animal Control Officers with handling animals.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Communication skills

Compassion for animals

Rule interpretation

Physical ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Craven County Government seeks a part-time Animal Control Assistant to care for shelter animals, maintain clean facilities, and support office duties. The role includes educating the public on rabies vaccination rules, logging adoption and welfare records, and assisting with inventory and daily shelter operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of animal-care experience, plus a valid driver's license and SBI background check.