Animal Shelter staff needed

Sanford FL

Description

General Statement of Job Cares for the animals within the shelter; i.e. feeding, cleaning, monitoring behavior and health. Also includes maintenance of the shelter; i.e. cleaning, laundry. Also assist customers with adoptions and redeeming lost animals. Essential Functions Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Cleans and disinfects the shelter areas, as directed. Maintains all cages and equipment in a good state of repair. Feeds animals and insures that water is available. Monitors quality and quantity of food and informs Animal Shelter Supervisor of any problems. Monitors condition of animals and lets the Animal Services Technician know when an animal is injured or appears to be sick. Walk, bath, and care for the animals in the shelter. Keeps all quarantined animals in designated areas, as instructed, and prevents public access to those animals impounded for biting. Additional Duties: Performs other related work as required. In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties. Minimum Qualifications Completion of high school/GED and six months experience. Comfortable around domestic animals and livestock. Must not have allergic reactions to animals. A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Knowledge of techniques utilized in the safe handling of animals. Must be able to handle assisting in the euthanasia of sick and/or injured animals. Ability to deal with emotional and aggressive situations in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to handle all different types of animals. Must be available to work holidays, weekends, and during emergency response operations. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers License.