PT Animal Shelter Technician

City of Montrose•Montrose, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, provides care for stray, abandoned and relinquished animals, serving the public in regard to animal shelter services. Performs data entry. Oversees volunteers, juvenile diversion workers, and community service workers.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Six months training and experience in the care of animals, or experience in a similar position.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have a genuine liking for animals and concern for their welfare.
Have knowledge of current animal control regulations, laws and ordinances and stay informed of health issues, new laws, and animal sheltering methods.
Must work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
Must assist with and draw blood from animals.
Certificate of completion in ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 and IS 10, 11 within one year of hire date.
Current Colorado driver's license with acceptable record.

Responsibilities

Clean the Animal Shelter and provide proper care for the animals.
Assist the general public with questions.
Assist with animal adoptions.
Perform reclaims, stray animal intakes, relinquishments and other related shelter information using AnimalShelterNet.
Educate citizens about animal welfare and animal control laws and regulations.
Conduct initial health examinations and administer proper vaccinations on incoming animals.
Administer medication to animals as prescribed by shelter manager and veterinarian.
Assist with humane euthanasia.
Maintain Google Sheets on all Animal Services.
Complete paperwork and prepare animals for transport by 8:00 am each day.
Ensure the Animal Control Officer has required information to transport animals to appropriate location.
Organize and oversee the work of volunteers, juvenile diversion workers, and community service workers.