Kennel Attendant

Matanuska-Susitna Borough; Palmer (AK); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Matanuska-Susitna Borough in Palmer, Alaska is seeking an entry-level Animal Care Attendant to assist with feeding, care, and kennel cleaning. You will work under established policies and contribute to a safe, clean shelter environment.

Responsibilities include handling animals, monitoring health, feeding the shelter, and maintaining kennels. A high school diploma is required, with minimal prior experience acceptable. Background checks and health screenings are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Less than one year of experience. Relevant experience may include jobs that used the following skills: animal handling/animal care, custodial duties, interpersonal skills, teamwork, problem solving and following safety protocols.

Responsabilités

• Handle and restrain animals safely.
• Monitor and report animal health or behavior concerns.
• Feeds and waters shelter animals.
• Cleans and disinfects kennels.
• Performs related duties.

Connaissances

Animal handling

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety protocols

Formation

High school diploma

Description du poste

This position is responsible for the feeding and care of animals and for the cleaning of animal kennels. Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.

D1 - DOE

High School diploma or equivalent.

Less than one year of experience. Relevant experience may include jobs that used the following skills: animal handling/animal care, custodial duties, interpersonal skills, teamwork, problem solving and following safety protocols.

Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen and physical. Must complete a baseline audiometry screening and will be required to undergo annual testing as part of the Animal Shelter's Hearing Conservation Program. Must complete the Rabies vaccination series and maintain a current Tetanus (Td or Tdap) vaccination, or provide signed declinations, in accordance with applicable health and safety guidelines.

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. If assigned driving duties/responsibilities, candidate must be at least 19 years of age with one (1) year of driving experience.

• Handle and restrain animals safely.
• Monitor and report animal health or behavior concerns.
• Feeds and waters shelter animals.
• Cleans and disinfects kennels.
• Performs related duties.