Animal Shelter Technician (Temporary)

City of Cedar Rapids•Ia 52404, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a dedicated and reliable individual to join our Animal Control team as a Temporary Animal Shelter Technician. This part-time role supports the health, safety, and cleanliness of our animal shelter and facilities, ensuring a humane and well-maintained environment for both animals and staff. The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)
Reliable work attendance
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in an animal shelter, rescue, or veterinary clinic performing kennel operations and monitoring animal behavior

Responsibilities

Cleans and disinfects kennels and animal shelter runs daily.
Feeds and waters animals daily.
Observes and documents animals’ appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent daily.
Notifies management of any concerning or dangerous behavior.
Utilize animal handling skills to provide a safe and humane environment for all animals.
Exercises dogs and provides enrichment to all animals.
Properly stocks and organizes all animal holding rooms as well as storage rooms.
Washes and dries laundry items.
Washes and sterilizes bowls, toys, or other items.
Maintains equipment used to complete job assignments and keeps such equipment and tools in good working condition.
Notifies management of any repairs needed or new equipment necessary to adequately complete assignments.
Performs grounds maintenance, including shoveling snow, cleaning up trash and animal waste.
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices.
Supports continuous process improvement initiatives.
Thoroughly cleans and disinfects of all areas in shelter.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance at work.
Ability to lift 50lbs
Performs related work as required.