Shelter Assist Mgr

Clear Creek County, Colorado•Dumont, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Shelter Manager or Sheriff's Office Captain-Administrative Division, the Shelter Assist Mgr cares for animals at the Clear Creek - Gilpin County Animal Shelter and assists with the daily functions of the Animal Control Office and animal holding areas. The role also supports maintenance of the shelter grounds and surrounding areas, general shelter cleaning, and administrative tasks. The position requires working safely with animals that may be aggressive or unruly, adapting to changing schedules and conditions, and maintaining professional composure in stressful situations. Clear Creek County provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Eligibility depends on the position and scheduled hours, and not all positions qualify for all benefits. Sheriff's Office positions may receive enhanced FPPA retirement benefits, which were under development with anticipated implementation in late 2026.

Requirements

Completion of grade school.
Comfort working with all breeds of dogs and cats.
Knowledge and experience with dog handling.
Working telephone, which may be a cell or home phone.
Valid Colorado Driver's License.
Pass a criminal and traffic background check; a conviction is not an absolute bar to employment.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to make prompt, sound decisions in routine and non-routine situations, including situations involving unpredictable animal behavior.
Ability to recognize animal behavior and identify aggression, as well as recognize human behavior that may endanger staff or county property.
Ability to read, learn, understand written and verbal information, and apply it on the job.
Clear oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
Courtesy, respect, compassion, empathy, conflict-resolution skills, and the ability to maintain effective working relationships and cooperate with others.
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations, accept constructive criticism, adapt to changing schedules and working conditions, and work with limited supervision.
Ability to follow directions, departmental procedures, and applicable county, state, and federal laws and policies.
Ability to be reliable, thorough, punctual, accurate, productive, and accountable for assigned work.
Ability to occasionally lift, push, and pull 100 pounds; stand and walk for most of a 10-hour day; and repeatedly sit, stand, and turn.
Ability to use hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; frequent walking, bending, twisting, crouching, squatting, standing, pushing, and pulling are required.
Ability to move quickly to avoid injury from animals and manage animals safely using equipment and tactics prescribed by management.
No allergies to dogs or cats, or ability to control them with medication.
Peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus, vision sufficient to legally drive a passenger vehicle, and hearing sufficient to hear conversations and animal sounds.

Nice To Haves

Completion of high school or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Feed and water animals according to schedules and instructions.
Clean and disinfect cages, pens, yards, and other shelter areas.
Maintain shelter grounds and surrounding areas, including clearing walkways and dog kennels of debris, snow, and ice.
Process laundry and keep the laundry area clean and orderly.
Observe animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury and provide care according to instructions.
Transfer animals between quarters.
Inoculate, medicate, and document medication given according to instructions; shave, bathe, clip, and groom animals.
Unload and store feed and supplies.
Transport animals to and from the veterinarian.
Pick up donations from designated establishments.
Wash and sanitize dishes.
Clean and sanitize shelter windows, floors, walls, bathrooms, counters, and desktops.
Keep the garage, attic, and Conex building clean and organized.
Alert the Shelter Manager to building or equipment repair needs and shortages of food, medical, office, or shelter supplies.
Assist the Shelter Manager with administrative tasks, including records management and data entry.
Assist customers, Animal Control Officers, and other law enforcement personnel with handling and impounding incoming animals.
Assist with conducting behavior evaluations on dogs.

Benefits

Retirement benefits
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Wellness programs
County-paid life insurance
County-paid disability insurance
Flexible spending account options
Health savings account options
Paid time off
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program resources
Telehealth services
Voluntary supplemental benefit offerings
Enhanced FPPA retirement benefits for Sheriff's Office positions, anticipated to be implemented in late 2026