Animal Shelter Assistant

Livingston County • Howell, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Animal Control Director, this position is responsible for the care and well-being of the animals at the shelter. This includes providing vaccinations, assisting with pre- and post-surgical care, and evaluating animals for potential adoptions. The role also involves providing customer service to visitors and potential adopters, and responding to complaints regarding animals and animal bites.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience caring for animals including performing vaccinations, euthanasia and assisting in surgeries
• Certified to perform euthanasia and rabies testing
• Michigan Vehicle Operator's License
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of shelter animal care and kennel care and cleanliness
• Knowledge of sanitary procedures and practices, animal behavior, observing and caring for animals, performing vaccinations and humane euthanasia, and pre and post-surgical care of animals
• Skill in effectively communicating ideas and concepts orally and in writing
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with County employees, contractors to the County, representatives of other governmental units, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public
• Ability to assess situations, solve problems, work effectively under stress, within deadlines, and in emergency situations
• Skill in the use of office equipment and technology, including Microsoft Suite applications and ability to learn software used by animal control
• Skill in the use of specialized medical equipment including, but not limited to, anesthesia machines, pulse oximeters, and other equipment as needed
• Ability to attend to duties scheduled at times other than normal business hours
• Frequently lift and/or move objects of up to 40 pounds without assistance
• Restrain and/or control aggressive animals

Responsibilities

• Care and well-being of the animals at the shelter
• Providing vaccinations
• Assisting with pre- and post-surgical care
• Evaluating animals for potential adoptions
• Providing customer service to visitors and potential adopters
• Responding to complaints regarding animals and animal bites

Benefits

• Retirement plan includes a 401a with up to 8% employer contribution
• Comprehensive Medical, Pharmacy, Dental & Vision
• Optional HSA with an employer match
• Optional Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation plan
• Short-term & Long-term disability & Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Health & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid vacation, sick days & 13 Holidays
• Unused vacation and sick time rolls over
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Up to $500 annual Wellness reimbursement & $100 incentive for completing your annual physical & Health Assessment
• Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital & Whole Life policies
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

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