Kennel Worker

Performs all aspects of humane animal care duties to ensure animal safety and well-being, and provides quality customer service by providing the public with assistance and accurate information regarding Animal Control's policies, programs and procedures.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Texas for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• A polygraph exam will be conducted on all applicants under final consideration for this position.

Essential duties and functions may include the following:

• Receive, handle, and kennel animals of all species, including stray, abandoned, sick, injured and/or dangerous animals from Animal Control Officers.
• Assist in the euthanasia of animals with understanding and compassion for the animal.
• Feed, water, bathe, dip and exercise animals.
• Clean, disinfect and maintain animal handling areas on a daily basis.
• Maintain facility and grounds in a clean, neat and organized manner.
• Assists in unloading trucks, stocking shelter areas and storing materials.
• Check for current rabies vaccinations and assist pet registration program.
• Prepares reports concerning animal bites and quarantines animals for rabies observation.
• Monitor the physical condition of animals and advise supervisors of ill or injured animals.
• Maintain records of impounded animals; accurately enter data on a computer and answer the telephone.
• Testifies in court regarding ordinance violations.
• Assists in identifying potentially adoptable animals.
• Counsel adopters, review applications and approve/deny applications.
• Performs receiving, reclaim, animal care and adoption duties.
• Provides information, education and assistance to the public regarding local ordinances.
• Attend training and maintain certifications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. 
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in dealing with the public.
• Knowledge of relevant state laws and city codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of city roads and geography.
• Knowledge of the procedures involved in the capture and euthanization of animals.
• Knowledge of animal breeds and their characteristics.
• Adhere to disease management and safety protocols.
• Skill in animal care.

Salary : $39,256