Animal Shelter Assistant

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position performs duties related to the care and management of shelter animals.

Essential Functions

 Provides care to animals; vaccinates and medicates shelter animals; provides food

and water.

 Assists in evaluating and placing animals; conducts temperament assessments;

evaluates pets for adoption; networks with rescue groups to place animals;

processes adoptions.

 Schedules animals for trips to veterinarian appointments; transports animals.

 Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance.

 Performs animal euthanasia as required.

 Performs animal intakes; assesses animals; records pertinent information.

 Assists customers in locating lost animals; prepares lost animal reports.

 Maintains department records.

 Receives and records complaints; dispatches officers; prepares incident/accident

reports.

 Trains new employees, volunteers, and community service workers.

 Assists with outreach activities.

 Cleans and sterilizes animal shelter, cages, and equipment.

 Launders towels, blankets, etc.

 Receives payments for fees; balance cash register.

 Performs related duties.

Knowledge Required By The Position

 Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.

 Knowledge of animal care principles.

 Knowledge of the principles and practices of animal shelter operation.

 Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs.

 Skill in the provision of animal care.

 Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of

solutions.

 Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Animal Shelter Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The

supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and

the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include animal control ordinances and city and department policies and

procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some

interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

 The work consists of related animal care and shelter maintenance duties. Frequent

interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.

 The purpose of this position is to provide care for animals in the animal shelter and

to participate in the maintenance of the shelter facilities. Successful performance

contributes to the effective housing and care of animals.

CONTACTS

 Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, pet owners,

veterinarians, representatives of animal rescue groups, vendors, volunteers, and

the general public.

 Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and

provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

 The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently

sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently

lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and utilizes the sense of smell.

 The work is typically performed in an animal shelter and outdoors, occasionally in

cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt,

grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and potentially

dangerous animals. The employee uses protective devices such as masks,

goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Minimum Qualifications

 Possession of a high school diploma or GED.

 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 or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State

of Wyoming for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

 Possession of or ability to readily obtain state certification as a Euthanasia

Technician.

This is a full time job

Contact Information

Job Contact Details

Name City of Gillette

Title Human Resources

Email Address actl@gillettewy.gov

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofgillettewy

Closing Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026

Posting Date: July 9, 2026

Closing Date: August 30, 2026