Animal Services Specialist (4 Vacancies)

About the position

This is specialized work in the care and maintenance of animals held in temporary custody in the Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Services Center employing highly developed customer service skills, knowledge of animal handling, small animal care, and general animal center and kennel operation and maintenance. An employee in a position allocated to this class must recognize and handle potential problems regarding the health and safety of impounded animals. Work is assigned and performed under the direction of a supervisor. Work is reviewed and evaluated by observation and effectiveness of results obtained.

Responsibilities

• Care and maintenance of animals in temporary custody.
• Employ customer service skills in interactions with the public.
• Handle and care for small animals.
• Maintain the animal center and kennel operations.
• Recognize and address health and safety issues regarding impounded animals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent recognized certificate.
• Two years of experience in human care giving, animal care, animal grooming, animal control enforcement, or similar experience with animals.
• Three years of direct customer service experience combined with responsible personal pet ownership of at least one year.
• Documentation of responsible personal pet ownership must be provided.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in animal grooming or animal control enforcement.
• Certification in animal care or related fields.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Exceptional wellness programs
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Positive work-life balance