What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Technician - FT - PAWS position at Rutherford County Government?
Annual Salary Range: $39,530 - $42,422
The purpose of this classification is to perform general/specialized work associated with providing effective and efficient animal services. Duties and responsibilities include providing excellent customer service to shelter patrons, cleaning of kennels, cages, and related spaces in the animal holding areas and shelter; feeding and watering animals; inventory of all animals twice daily; serving as a point of contact between the shelter and approved rescue groups; supply inventory and maintenance; training new employees; and the overall care of impounded animals; documents and responds to all inquiries, service requests, and comments received from the public to provide pertinent information on adoptions, ordinance requirements, spay/neuter questions, and any other type of general information. Ability to work in a high stress, but very rewarding environment. Reports to Animal Control Shelter Supervisor.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Program
- Fully Funded Pension with Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System
- 401(k), Roth 401(k) and 457b Additional Retirement Saving Options
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
- Holiday Pay
- Employee Assistance Program
Salary : $39,530 - $42,422