Part-Time Animal Care Technician: Shelter & Adoptions

Hendricks County Government; Danville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Hendricks County Animal Shelter is seeking a Part-Time Kennel Attendant to join our team. You will care for a variety of animals, maintain clean facilities, and assist with intake, adoption, and daily welfare under supervision.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, a valid Indiana driver's license, and ability to work weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts. Experience in animal care is preferred, with opportunities for certifications including euthanasia.

Qualifications

• Valid Indiana Driver's License.
• Weekend, Holiday and On-Call rotation required.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience working in animal control agency and/or animal shelter or animal welfare organization preferred.
• Ability to obtain required certifications, including euthanasia certification.

Responsibilities

• Feed, water, and exercise a variety of animals daily.
• Handle frightened, injured, ill, and/or aggressive animals humanely.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain animal living and exercise areas.
• Receive and record animal intake and place in kennels as needed.
• Observe animals for health issues and report observations.
• Vaccinate, microchip, and administer medications per procedure.
• Implement quarantine and infection control procedures.
• Assist with euthanasia documentation and drug usage.
• Prepare Board of Animal Health/Rabies submission tests.
• Conduct adoption interviews and complete forms.
• Bath and groom animals as needed.
• Observe county/state animal laws.

Skills

Weekend/On-Call

Animal Care/Handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid Indiana Driver's License

Job description

Hendricks County Animal Shelter is seeking a Part-Time Kennel Attendant to join our team. You will care for a variety of animals, maintain clean facilities, and assist with intake, adoption, and daily welfare under supervision.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, a valid Indiana driver's license, and ability to work weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts. Experience in animal care is preferred, with opportunities for certifications including euthanasia.