What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Shelter Attendant position at daviscountyutah?
Department: Animal Care Davis County
Salary: $12.22 Hourly
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Part-time position with a weekend schedule (Saturday & Sunday plus a Monday or Friday shift)
Must be at least 16 years old.
Davis County Animal Care is currently hiring for Animal Shelter Attendant in Fruit Heights, Utah. This position assists with basic shelter functions at the Davis County Animal Shelter
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- This is an entry level position. Related work experience is preferred but not required.
If this sounds like you, keep reading!
Day to Day Duties
- Works with and around all types of animals and animal matter in enclosed areas.
- Performs kenneling of dogs and cats delivered to the shelter; maintains physical control of both large and small dogs and feral cats by using a catchpole, squeeze trap, and other restraint devices.
- Provides food and water for animals; grooms and bathes animals for adoptions; provides other necessary care for animals housed at the shelter.
- Administers medications, as directed by the Shelter Veterinarian, to animals recovering from injuries and/or surgeries.
- Cleans animal cages, kennels, traps and transport carriers; assists in daily routine cleaning.
- Meets and assists visitors who come to the shelter; provides information to the public; answers questions and helps resolve problems; receives and responds to citizen complaints.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Full Job Description
Shelter Attendant
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