Shelter Kennel Technician: Compassionate Animal Care

Publicsafetyapp; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Walton County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Kennel Technician to provide daily care for animals at the Walton County Animal Shelter. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, monitoring health, and assisting with adoptions under veterinary guidance.

The role involves working with inmates, weekend/holiday shifts, and training in inmate programs and Florida euthanasia certification. A valid driver license is required.

Qualifications

• Level I – Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Experience: 1 year in a related field.
• Level I – Certifications: Inmate Work Program Training within 6 months; Florida Euthanasia Certification within 6 months.
• Level II – Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Experience: 2 years in a related field; Animal Control Officer Certification and Florida Euthanasia Certification.
• Level II – Certifications: Inmate Work Program Training within 6 months; Florida Euthanasia Certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, humane care to all animals housed at the shelter.
• Open and operate the Animal Shelter according to established schedules.
• Clean kennels, cages, and surrounding areas with approved sanitation procedures.
• Feed, water, and monitor animals daily for illness or distress.
• Assist with medications or restraining animals under veterinary staff guidance.
• Collect and label urine and fecal samples for diagnostics.
• Maintain records of intakes, adoptions, and daily counts.
• Supervise inmate trustees in kennel operations and animal care.

Skills

Animal care

Animal behavior

Microsoft Office

Shelter software

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Teamwork

Empathy

Adaptability

Observation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Shelter management software

Job description

Walton County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Kennel Technician to provide daily care for animals at the Walton County Animal Shelter. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, monitoring health, and assisting with adoptions under veterinary guidance.

The role involves working with inmates, weekend/holiday shifts, and training in inmate programs and Florida euthanasia certification. A valid driver license is required.