Kennel Assistant

Colleton County; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Colleton County is seeking a part-time Animal Services Kennel Assistant in Walterboro, SC. The role involves assisting the shelter manager with animal care, cleaning facilities, and monitoring animal health. Candidates must have basic knowledge of animal behavior and the physical capacity to lift up to 50 pounds and work weekends. A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required. This is an excellent opportunity for those who want to contribute to animal welfare in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Requires basic knowledge of animal behavior.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must stand for several hours and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the shelter manager with cleaning and care of animals.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain facility grounds and equipment.
• Feed and water animals and monitor their physical condition.

Skills

Basic knowledge of animal behavior

Ability to understand and follow instructions

Physical stamina to stand for hours

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to operate small lawn maintenance equipment

Job description

Colleton County Government is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Animal Services Kennel Assistant. The successful candidate will, assist the shelter manager with the cleaning and basic care of the animals in the shelter’s care under general supervision. Job duties include cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining facility grounds and equipment in accordance with County and shelter regulations, as well as feeding and watering animals. The successful candidate will also be responsible for monitoring the physical condition of animals and communicating with appropriate shelter staff regarding concerns.

This position is part-time. The amount of and schedule of hours will depend upon the staffing needs of the animal shelter.

Requires basic knowledge of animal behavior, the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, the ability to stand for several hours and lift up to 50 pounds, and the ability to operate small lawn maintenance equipment. Must be available to work weekends. Pre-employment drug screen and a satisfactory background check required.

Colleton County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.