Temporary Animal Care Technician (Full-Time)

City of Farmington•Farmington, NM

6d•$14•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the supervision of the Animal Services Manager and the Animal Welfare Director. Cares for, feeds and houses animals at the animal shelter; provides maintenance and upkeep for the animal shelter. Assists in the adoption of animals. Assists in the process of euthanasia of animals by lethal injection. Determines health status of animals. Maintains records and files for the animal shelter and the animals housed there. Assists in the intake of animals, weighing, vaccinating, aging and determining sex. Must be able to do data entry in an efficient manner. Works an assigned shift using own judgment in deciding course of action being expected to handle difficult and emergency situations without assistance. Carries out duties in conformance with City laws and ordinances. Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public. Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City. Attendance at work is an essential function of this position. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES Maintains departmental equipment, supplies and facilities. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Excellent public relations skills
Ability to handle vicious animals and animals with behavior issues
Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds individually
Ability to receive money and make proper change
Ability to work around animals without allergic reaction
Ability to cope emotionally with the euthanasia
Knowledge of and concern with animals
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years or state of current residency
Ability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays
Must have a telephone at residence
Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City personnel and the public
Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to operate tools and equipment listed
Extensive background checks required
This position has the responsibility to participate in and comply with the City's Environmental, Health, and Safety program

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as veterinarian assistant, animal care and or medical facility preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Cares for, feeds and houses animals at the animal shelter
Provides maintenance and upkeep for the animal shelter
Assists in the adoption of animals
Assists in the process of euthanasia of animals by lethal injection
Determines health status of animals
Maintains records and files for the animal shelter and the animals housed there
Assists in the intake of animals, weighing, vaccinating, aging and determining sex
Data entry
Handles difficult and emergency situations without assistance
Carries out duties in conformance with City laws and ordinances
Maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public
Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City
Maintains departmental equipment, supplies and facilities