Hourly Kennel Assistant

City of Iowa City; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Iowa City is seeking an Hourly Kennel Assistant in the Animal Services Division. You will perform kennel cleaning, animal handling, and routine caregiving tasks under supervision, including feeding, socializing, and basic medical support as directed.

Flex hours up to 24 per week with evenings, weekends, and holidays required. A high school diploma and ability to lift 70 lbs are necessary; background check will be conducted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to handle domestic animals including dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles and birds with proper equipment.
• Capable of lifting up to 70 lbs and performing physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect kennel and caging areas inside and outside.
• Move animals for cleaning, exercise or medical treatment.
• Feed, bathe and socialize impounded animals.
• Assist with screening tests and vaccines as directed.
• Record health information and assist the public with adoptions.

Skills

Ability to handle domestic animals

Physical stamina (lift 70 lbs)

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Kennel Assistant

Animal Services Division / Police Department

Application Deadline:Monday, September 28, 2026

Wage:$15.00 per hour

Flexible variable hours up to 24 hours per weekincluding evenings, weekends and holidays

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision of senior staff, cleans and disinfects inside and outside kennel and caging areas where animals are maintained and cleans animal supplies. Moves animals to and from kennel or caging areas before and after cleaning, for exercise or medical treatment. Performs general custodial duties and some maintenance repair of equipment and caging. Feeds, bathes, and socializes impounded animals. May assist in performing screening tests including heartworm, leukemia, and fecal tests using prescribed methods and instructions. May assist in giving vaccines, medications and other general animal procedures. Updates animal informational sheets and impound cards with health information and personality traits. Washes windows and doors, cleans bathrooms, dries and folds laundry and changes light bulbs. Cleans counters and cupboards, floors and removes garbage. Assists in recording information regarding new stray animals. Compares lost animal reports with found reports. Assists the public with animal visits for adoptable animals, and answers questions relating to animal care and applicable City animal ordinances. Assists in reclaiming animals to their owners. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Requires ability to handle domestic animals including dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles and birds with appropriate equipment. Must have the ability to lift 70 lbs. Requires attention to detail, frequent bending, lifting, stooping, stretching and kneeling. Must pass criminal background check.

It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Disability-related accommodations can be requested at 319-356-5020 or [e-mail].