Animal Attendant – County of Bergen

Department of Health Services - Division of Animal Services

Under direction, cares for, feeds and grooms’ dogs, cats, and other animals; does related work as required. We are an open admission, municipal shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords.

Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to)

• Primarily involved in the care, feeding, cleaning, and grooming of animals.
• Must be willing and able to be trained in the safe handling of potentially fractious animals.
• Ability to clean and disinfect according to mandated disease control protocols for the animal's living quarters, food/water bowls and bedding.
• Must possess the ability to observe animals’ general health, diet, weight, appetite, and behavior etc. for negative symptoms and report findings to the medical department.
• Maintain security within the areas where the animals are housed.
• Must be able to deal courteously with co-workers and the public.
• Must be able to keep simple records.

Schedule:

· Full-time.

· Weekend and Holiday work is required.

Education/Experience:

· High School Graduate.

Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Possess a valid NJ Driver's License.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)
• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person