Animal Shelter Technician

City of Cedar RapidsIa 52404, IA
Onsite

About The Position

The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking a caring and dependable Animal Shelter Technician to join our Animal Service team. In this role, you'll help provide daily care and comfort to animals in our facility while supporting our mission to ensure the humane treatment and well-being of every animal that come through our doors. You will be part of a compassionate team that makes a real impact every day. The City take pride in providing exceptional care to animals and excellent service to our community. In addition, to meaningful work, we offer competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)
  • One year of experience in animal control operations, enforcement activities, kennel operations and monitoring animal behavior
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations
  • Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

  • Cleans, repairs, and disinfects kennel and animal shelter runs
  • Feeds and waters animals
  • Cleans and performs minor repairs to animal shelter buildings
  • Performs grounds maintenance, including shoveling snow
  • Answers questions from citizens inquiring about their pets or seeking to adopt a pet
  • Assists in capturing animals; serves as relief control officer on an as-needed basis
  • Assists in destruction and disposal of animals
  • Delivers animals to veterinarian for shots
  • Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices
  • Supports continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Advises public of applicable animal control ordinances
  • Answers incoming calls, return call, takes lost and found reports
  • Through cleaning and disinfecting of all areas in shelter
  • Provide public assistance with adoptions, reclaims and surrenders
  • Maintains regular and consistent attendance at work
  • Performs related work as required

Benefits

  • competitive pay
  • great benefits
  • opportunities for growth in a supportive environment
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