Animal Care Attendant I/II
About The Position
Prince George’s County Department of the Environment is hiring an Animal Care Attendant I/II for the Animal Services Division. This entry-level position maintains and cleans kennels, cages, and common areas at the animal services facility using approved procedures. Duties include removing waste; power washing, mopping, scrubbing, and disinfecting animal areas; preparing food and providing food and water; sanitizing litter boxes and feeding equipment; and laundering and replacing pet bedding. The role is classified as essential personnel and requires the employee to report or remain at work during standard or non-standard hours as operations or emergencies require.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Six months of practical work experience involving public contact, including experience in an animal care setting such as an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, kennel, or pet hospital.
- Possess and maintain a valid Class C driver’s license.
- Meet applicable training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment while performing assigned duties.
- Successfully pass applicable preemployment checks, which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee and report or remain at work during standard or non-standard hours as operations or emergencies necessitate.
- An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Safely and humanely house animals to protect the animals, the employee, and others.
- Examine animals to determine sex, species, size, and age.
- Monitor animals for signs of illness, injuries, and unusual physical or behavioral conditions.
- Isolate animals as necessary.
- Perform initial health assessments of animals arriving at the facility and administer routine vaccinations.
- Assist veterinarians with animal wellness checks.
- Socialize and exercise shelter animals daily.
- Clean kennels, cages, and common areas, including removing waste, power washing, mopping, scrubbing, and disinfecting.
- Prepare food, feed animals, provide water, and sanitize litter boxes and feeding equipment.
- Gather and launder soiled pet bedding and replace it with clean bedding.
- Perform other duties assigned within the general occupational category and responsibility level.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
