Animal Care Assistant

Metropolitan Government Of Nashville & Davidson County • Nashville, TN

403d • $42,411 - $42,411

About The Position

The Animal Care Assistant is responsible for the daily care and welfare of animals at the Animal Care & Control facility. This role involves feeding, grooming, exercising, and monitoring the health of animals, as well as performing general housekeeping duties within the shelter. The position requires a compassionate approach to animal care and the ability to handle various animal behaviors and health issues.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET) or obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.
• Knowledge of basic animal welfare standards and safe animal handling procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or higher in a related field.
• Experience in animal care.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate food and water to animals.
• Groom, bathe, and exercise animals.
• Monitor the behavior and health of animals and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Perform general housekeeping duties of the shelter, including cleaning animal cages and runs.
• Assist shelter patrons and animal control officers with animal handling and transfers.
• Maintain animal care reports and documentation, including daily log sheets and inventories.
• Respond to patron inquiries related to animal health education and provide humane education materials.
• Assist with animal intake, evaluation, and medical treatments as directed.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• 10 vacation days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
• 1 sick day per month
• 12 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED