Shelter Attendant/Veterinary Assistant

New Hanover County; Wilmington (NC, DE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office seeks a Shelter Attendant/Veterinary Assistant to care for shelter animals and assist with surgical procedures. This role involves daily animal care, shelter maintenance, and supporting adoption efforts, contributing to community welfare and animal health.

Benefits

Employer-paid 401k contributions

Flexible scheduling and telework options

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• One year of veterinary assistant experience or equivalent training.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for shelter animals including feeding and cleaning.
• Assist with pre- and post-operative surgical procedures.
• Support adoption and animal redemption processes.

Skills

Animal care

Communication

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Position Information

The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Shelter Attendant/Veterinary Assistant responsible for providing care for shelter animals, maintaining the County animal shelter, and assisting with pre- and post-operative surgical procedures. Duties include daily animal care (feeding, bathing, medicating, cleaning), shelter maintenance, assisting with surgical procedures, performing physicals, vaccinations, euthanasia, and preparing animal carcasses for disposal. The role also involves assisting with animal redemption, impounding, adoption, and supporting office and officer personnel with communication and inventory management.

About the Sheriff's Office

The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency serving over 200,000 residents within 185 square miles. Responsibilities include patrol, crime investigation, arrest, custody of defendants, courtroom security, civil process, prisoner transport, and service of criminal papers.

Our Values and Culture

We are committed to a diverse workforce dedicated to public service, guided by professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship, and accountability. We foster growth through our Office of Diversity and Equity and celebrate diversity in our team. Join us if you share these values and want to make a positive impact in our community.

Work Hours and Salary

Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with rotating weekends and holidays. Emergency work reporting may be required. Salary range: $34,008 - $45,911, determined by qualifications, internal equity, and market considerations.

Benefits

• Employer-paid 401k contributions
• Retirement through NC Retirement System
• Flexible scheduling and telework options
• Sick, personal leave, and 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental and community service leave
• Educational leave for degree pursuit
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Onsite health and wellness center
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Community impact opportunities

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and one year of veterinary assistant experience or equivalent training and experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Driver's License

Additional Information

Applications are viewable after the closing date. For application status, contact the NHC Sheriff's Office recruitment at [phone]. We celebrate diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.