General Definition of Work:

Responsible for monitoring the health of all shelter animals, and providing care and treatment as needed. Ensures all animals in the shelter receive appropriate medical care. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director.

Example of Duties: Essential Functions/Typical Task

Performs thorough intake evaluations and vaccinations on all animals entering the shelter, triage observed and report health concerns, communicates with contracted veterinarian for treatment plans. And administers daily medication when needed.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Ensure that all animals arriving at the shelter receives a brief intake evaluation, vaccinations, and any other needed vetting
• Maintain a working knowledge of intake protocols
• Evaluate the health and behavioral needs of all animals upon intake and monitor thereafter. Concerns should be communicated to Contracted Veterinarian and Director
• Create and maintain detailed records for each animal throughout stay
• Perform fecal flotations and other limited in-house testing if necessary
• Maintain working knowledge of cleaning and disinfectant protocols
• Assist with cleaning of cat and dog areas when necessary
• Monitor and ensure that medical supplies stay appropriately stocked, notify Director of supply needs
• Work with Director, and Rescue Liaison, to make medical euthanasia decisions
• Perform euthanasia as needed
• Transport animals to animal hospital
• Develop and implement animal enrichment programs
• Additional duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of preventative, diagnostic, and therapeutic veterinary treatment of domestic animals in a shelter environment; experience in caring for and handling animals in a safe, effective, and humane manner, knowledge of contemporary clinic and / or shelter maintenance techniques and accepted sanitary practices; strong animal handling skills and knowledge of animal behavior; good interpersonal, communication, and time management skills; strong team mentality; independent decision-making skills; effective written and verbal communication; ability and initiative, working with minimal supervision and direction; maturity, good judgement, and a professional personal appearance; attention to detail; able to work in a busy, demanding environment; ability to treat people and animals with respect; public relations beneficial to the shelter and its programs; comfortable making decisions or recommendations concerning euthanasia; comfort and ability to work with animals of unknown disposition and those who may exhibit medical and other problems, as well as aggressive tendencies. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with internal staff, other County employees, County officials, and the public; professionally and effectively handle difficult situations with the public, communicate effectively orally and in writing.

REQUIRMENTS:

Illinois Certified Euthanasia Technician or ability to attain certification in six months

Must be a St. Clair County resident and 18 years or older

Must have a valid Illinois Driver License

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Experience as a Veterinary Assistant is strongly preferred

One year working experience working with an animal shelter is preferred

Must be able to pass drug test and pre-employment verification. St. Clair County has a COVID mandate. Proof of vaccination required upon employment.

Must be dependable; regular attendance is required

Must have the ability to lift 100 pounds with assistance

Task may risk exposure to adverse environment conditions such as diseases, noise, odors, wetness, toxic chemicals, and animal bites and scratches

FULL TIME

FULL BENEFITS

SALARY $39,000 - $45,175