Animal Care Attendant I/II

Prince George's County Government • Upper Marlboro, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level animal attendant position that maintains and thoroughly cleans kennels, cages, and other common areas at the animal services facility using approved procedures and techniques, which would working include but are not limited to: removing waste, power washing kennels, mopping/scrubbing and disinfecting areas where animals are kept, fed, watered and generally cared for. Prepares food, feeds, provides water, and sanitizes litter boxes and feeding equipment. Gathers and launders soiled pet bedding and replace it with clean pet bedding. This position is considered essential personnel in accordance with DoE Instruction 110.4.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months of practical work experience involving public contact work that includes experience in animal care settings such as animal shelters, veterinary clinics, kennels or pet hospitals.
• A valid driver's license is required upon appointment in order to perform job related duties and responsibilities.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
• EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Responsibilities

• House animals safely and humanely in order to protect the animals, self, and others.
• Examine animals to determine their sex, species, size, and age.
• Monitor animals for signs of illness, injuries, and unusual physical and behavioral conditions.
• Isolate animals as necessary.
• Perform initial health assessments of animals arriving at the facility and administers routine vaccinations.
• Assist veterinarians with wellness checks on animals.
• Socialize and exercises shelter animals on a daily basis.
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description; however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED