Animal Care Technician I

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Pima Animal Care Center is looking to hire an experienced cat technician wanting to make a difference by joining our Community Cats TNR (Trap Neuter Release) Team. In this role you will ensure stray cats in Pima County get spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and returned back to their outdoor "home" where they are looked after and cared for. If you enjoy getting out in the community, providing resources, education, and hands on work with community cats, this is the role for you. This is an essential driving position requiring the use of Pima County's community cat vans to transport cats to and from the shelter.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Development (G.E.D.) certificate.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Within nine months of appointment, employees must receive the full series of pre-exposure rabies immunizations.
• Medical inability to be immunized or previous immunization must be verified by the County Physician prior to employment.
• Recommended boosters are required for the duration of employment, unless medically excused or physiologically unable to develop immunity.
• This position will require a post-job offer physical and/or drug screen.
• This position will require post-job offer proof of immunization(s) or immunization(s) and/or a TB screening.
• Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.
• Action Activity - bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, squatting, and stooping
• Motion Activity - grasping
• Hearing Activity - in noisy areas on a radio, behind themselves
• Speaking Activity - in person, on a phone, on a radio
• Vision - must be able to operate a motor vehicle, distinguish color, have depth perception, have peripheral vision.
• Frequently required to lift, push or pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year experience working with community cats for trap, neuter, and release.
• Minimum one (1) year experience working with cats in an animal clinic setting.
• Minimum one (1) year experience working in an animal shelter.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Provides humane care and safe handling for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and small pets, while monitoring behavior and health
• Works outdoors in all weather conditions and safely handles live animals, including those that may be injured, frightened, or offensive, using appropriate techniques to minimize risks to self and others
• Demonstrates excellent customer service to the public and volunteers by answering questions, addressing concerns, and guiding decisions regarding intakes, outcomes, redemptions and animal care in adherence to PACC policies
• Handles animals for behavioral assessments and playgroups, identifying placement or behavior concerns, and participates in decisions regarding outcomes, including euthanasia
• Accurately organizes and documents information on animal behavior, history, medical records and outcomes, utilizing shelter software and other systems for recordkeeping, communication, and scheduling
• Administers vaccinations and medications under veterinary guidance, assesses animals for signs of illness or injury and documents and communicates health concerns
• Facilitates adoption and foster processes by assisting with enrichment, behavioral evaluations, animal meet and greets, matchmaking and note reviews
• Supports intake and admissions by providing correct intake pathways, checking animals for health concerns, identifying ages/breeds and finding kennel placements
• Maintains a clean and sanitary facility, including kennels, workspaces, public lobbies, and treatment spaces
• Frequently lifts and carries heavy objects, bends, stoops, reaches, and performs other physical tasks as required
• Safeguards and accounts for scheduled drugs and funds received for PACC services
• Operates County-owned vehicles to transport animals and supplies

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• generous health insurance coverage
• retirement plans
• flexible work schedules
• a generous family leave policy
• wellness programs
• opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs
• County-wide employee recognition program

What This Job Offers

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