What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Assistant - Animal Shelter (Seasonal) position at City of Green River, WY?
Salary: $14.00 Hourly
Location : Green River, WY
Job Type: Seasonal (Temporary)
Job Number: 2024-00061
Department: Police Department
Division: Community Services/Animal Control
Opening Date: 04/13/2026
Closing Date: 5/11/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
DEFINITION
Under direct supervision, this position interacts with potential and existing pet owners regarding the adoption of pets; provides clerical support to the Animal Shelter; assists with the cleaning, feeding, handling, and general care of the animals within the Animal Shelter. This is a part-time position working up to 28 hours per week.
SUPERVISION
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following functions & duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address City needs and changing business practices.
Perform general recordkeeping; keep records pertaining to animals impounded, reclaimed, adopted, or euthanized.
Safely handle and move animals from the indoor kennels to the outdoor kennels; care for quarantined or sick animals.
Work with the public to return impounded animals to their owners and collect necessary fees.
Collect money for shelter programs and receipt it properly.
Complete adoption paperwork.
Clean and disinfect indoor and outdoor kennels on a daily basis with the pressure washer.
Wipe down the cat cages with bleach and change papers in cages on a daily basis.
Wash animal dishes daily; feed and water animals daily.
Enter and retrieve data from the computer database and input information on shelter programs.
Help develop ongoing animal shelter programs to ensure that impounded animals are cared for properly, reclaimed, or adopted in accordance with shelter policy.
Perform general clerical work; answer phones, take calls for service, greet the public; complete paperwork for live trap agreements.
Help organize and run special projects, calendar contest, and pet education programs.
Perform general janitorial duties.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. Consideration may be given to students enrolled in a high school level program working towards a diploma or equivalent.
License/Certification:
A valid Wyoming Class C driver's license is required.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, twist, and grasp; lift, carry, push, or pull heavy weights up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis; climb up and down a ladder; exposure to hot, cold, outdoors, chemicals, mechanical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
Applicants who are offered employment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigationincluding CDI Finterprint check, job-related physical exam, drug screening test and motor vehicle record check.
The City of Green River is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.
Part-time & Seasonal positions are not eligible for City-sponsored benefit plans.
Location : Green River, WY
Job Type: Seasonal (Temporary)
Job Number: 2024-00061
Department: Police Department
Division: Community Services/Animal Control
Opening Date: 04/13/2026
Closing Date: 5/11/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
DEFINITION
Under direct supervision, this position interacts with potential and existing pet owners regarding the adoption of pets; provides clerical support to the Animal Shelter; assists with the cleaning, feeding, handling, and general care of the animals within the Animal Shelter. This is a part-time position working up to 28 hours per week.
SUPERVISION
- Reports to the Community Services Supervisor.
- This position exercises no supervision of other staff.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following functions & duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address City needs and changing business practices.
Perform general recordkeeping; keep records pertaining to animals impounded, reclaimed, adopted, or euthanized.
Safely handle and move animals from the indoor kennels to the outdoor kennels; care for quarantined or sick animals.
Work with the public to return impounded animals to their owners and collect necessary fees.
Collect money for shelter programs and receipt it properly.
Complete adoption paperwork.
Clean and disinfect indoor and outdoor kennels on a daily basis with the pressure washer.
Wipe down the cat cages with bleach and change papers in cages on a daily basis.
Wash animal dishes daily; feed and water animals daily.
Enter and retrieve data from the computer database and input information on shelter programs.
Help develop ongoing animal shelter programs to ensure that impounded animals are cared for properly, reclaimed, or adopted in accordance with shelter policy.
Perform general clerical work; answer phones, take calls for service, greet the public; complete paperwork for live trap agreements.
Help organize and run special projects, calendar contest, and pet education programs.
Perform general janitorial duties.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of:
- Labor and cleaning methods and safety precautions.
- Computer operations.
Ability to:
- Learn to handle animals properly - particularly cats and dogs.
- Follow instructions.
- Perform assigned tasks properly and efficiently.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
- Communicate effectively over the telephone.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. Consideration may be given to students enrolled in a high school level program working towards a diploma or equivalent.
License/Certification:
A valid Wyoming Class C driver's license is required.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, twist, and grasp; lift, carry, push, or pull heavy weights up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis; climb up and down a ladder; exposure to hot, cold, outdoors, chemicals, mechanical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
Applicants who are offered employment are required to pass a comprehensive background investigationincluding CDI Finterprint check, job-related physical exam, drug screening test and motor vehicle record check.
The City of Green River is an EEO/ADA employer and a smoke-free workplace per City ordinance.
Part-time & Seasonal positions are not eligible for City-sponsored benefit plans.
Salary : $14