Kennel Technician, Animal Shelter

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sick leave

Paid holidays

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness clinic

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The City of Alexandria is seeking a Kennel Technician for the Animal Shelter in Central Louisiana. This role performs routine care for animals, maintains kennels, assists with adoptions, and supports veterinary staff. Expect rotating weekend shifts and overtime as needed.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, a valid Louisiana driver’s license, and basic animal care experience. Training in animal control and euthanasia may be required within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Some experience in animal care preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license; Louisiana license required on appointment.
• Must complete basic animal control training within one year of hire.
• May need state-regulated euthanasia training within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, bowls, and related equipment.
• Feeds, waters, and exercises animals daily; bathes and dips as needed.
• Handles, tags, and moves animals; maintains location records.
• Identifies injuries, reports conditions, and administers directed meds.
• Assists with exams, vaccinations, and supervision by medical staff.
• Assists visitors with adoption, reclaiming, and impounding processes.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid Louisiana driver’s license

Louisiana Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician certificate

State-regulated euthanasia training

Job description

Kennel Technician, Animal Shelter

Annual Salary Range: $25,999.12 - $31,203.28 Grade: 14

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in the Animal Shelter Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana, to perform manual work in the operation and maintenance of the Animal Shelter for the City of Alexandria. Work is performed under the supervision of the Crew Leader, Animal Control and Superintendent, Animal Control and is subject to a rotating weekend shift.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental and vision
• short/long term disability
• group and dependent life insurance
• sick and vacation leave
• 11 paid holidays
• EAP
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness clinic for employees and their dependents
• Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria’s Retirement System, and a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, bowls, and related equipment.
• Feeds, waters, and exercises animals daily, or more often as needed; bathes and dips as needed.
• Handles, tags, and moves animals within the shelter; maintains accurate location records.
• Identifies injuries and illnesses, reports condition, isolates to prevent exposure to well animals, and administers medications as directed.
• Restrains animals; assists the veterinarian and other personnel during exams, evaluations, and vaccinations.
• Assists visitors in adopting, reclaiming, and impounding by loading, unloading, and showing animals.
• Cleans, disinfects, and maintains the facility’s buildings, including removing trash.
• Maintains grounds by mowing grass, trimming fence lines, and picking up litter.
• Supports and assists Animal Control Officers in performing their duties.
• Assists with euthanasia of animals, proper disposal, and documentation, per state regulations; performs euthanasia if certified. Performs private cremations of animal remains and maintains appropriate records.
• Assists with the inventory of supplies and reports needed supplies to the supervisor.
• Occasionally operates a city vehicle to pick up supplies from City warehouse, pet supply stores, and other vendors; transports animals to vet clinics, and in a state declared emergency, transports animals from mass shelters, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required; some experience in animal care is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at the time of appointment and maintain throughout employment.Must complete a basic animal control training course within one year of hire. May be required to complete state-regulated euthanasia training and obtain a valid State of Louisiana Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician certificate within two years of hire.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week; Position is subject to work overtime, including holidays and weekends.

Accepting applications

September 30 – October 14, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. or the first 50 applications, whichever comes first

Civil Service Department

[phone] or [phone] Fax [phone], Email: [e-mail]

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer