Animal Shelter Attendant (Part Time)

City of Cedar Hill • 285 Uptown Blvd. Cedar Hill TX, TX

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to maintain the City's animal shelter and the animals housed in the shelter. This position is responsible for performing routine animal and related duties including: maintaining and cleaning kennel areas, caring for and socializing animals, assisting with and performing euthanasia, monitoring and assisting the front desk, assisting the public, and interfacing with other City employees, volunteers, and citizens. Additionally, this position may provide direction to other employees and volunteers. Applicants must be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multi-task. This is a part-time position, working approximately 20 hours per week, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must pass a physical ability test.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.
• Work requires the ability to read and understand written instructions, to understand simple processes and the routine operation of machines.

Nice To Haves

• No experience required, however, preference will be given to candidates with experience handing both wild and domesticated animals.
• Preference may also be given to candidates that are bilingual in English/Spanish and/or candidates with surgical tech experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer programs including experience with Microsoft Word and Outlook, internet usage, and the ability to accurately and efficiently type documents is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains shelter by cleaning animal cages, sweeping and mopping floors, loading and unloading food and cat litter, removing trash, maintaining and cleaning equipment and cleaning the bathrooms.
• Cares for animals by feeding and watering animals, exercising and bathing animals, performing vaccinations, assisting in the impounding of animals and performing or assisting in euthanizing animals.
• Provides premier customer service to internal and external customers by responding to requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitors the front desk by answering inquiries over the telephone or in person, collecting fees, preparing and maintaining records, receiving paperwork and entering information into computer.
• Assists the public by performing adoption procedures and assisting in reclaiming lost animals.
• Monitors the health of animals by examining and screening animals for illness and disease.
• Evaluate animals for adoption and euthanasia.
• Regular attendance required, that includes opening, closing, weekends, rotating shifts and holidays, as needed.
• Must be available to be called in if necessary.

What This Job Offers

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