Kennel Tech - Part-Time

Starting Salary Range: $19.20 - $22.86/Hour

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision of the Animal Control Manager, responsible for the care of shelter animals, maintenance and cleaning of the kennel and performing routine kennel tech work among many other duties.

EXAMPLES OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED:

• MUST BE ABLE TO WORKDAYS, AND EVENINGS. (Actual hours being established by operational necessity)
• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL EVENTS.
• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK PAST NORMAL ASSIGNED SHIFT.
• WILL BE SUBJECT TO CALL-BACK.
• Confine stray and quarantined animals for specified periods in the animal shelter.
• Maintain accurate records and logs regarding shelter care activities.
• Operate mobile radio in receiving and communication information.
• Answer questions regarding the licensing and disposal of animals.
• Assist with rabies control programs.
• Write reports and complete various record keeping forms.
• Provide a safe and sanitary environment for the temporary housing of animals by cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining dog kennels, cat and wildlife rooms, play yards, and adjacent work spaces and outdoor areas, ensuring all are in good working condition and safe for habitation.
• Animal handling including feeding, exercising, intake and assessment.
• All tasks associated with euthanasia.
• Provides inoculations, appropriate preventative care and basic medical treatment to animals in accordance with current shelter policy and procedures.
• Identifies injuries and illnesses in animals and reports conditions promptly to the supervisor.
• Assist the public in adoption, redemption and lost and found services in a courteous manner.
• May assist the Animal Shelter by answering incoming calls, processing fees paid to the animal shelter, and completing paperwork for animal adoptions, city license applications, pet permit applications, microchip registrations, and other related animal dispositions.
• Daily animal inventory including posting details such as breed, sex, and color of each animal in a database or kennel display cards.
• Help prepare marketing materials, newsletters, and social posts to promote adoptions and shelter programs.
• Assist with volunteers or interns by scheduling and recording hours worked, and ensuring safety and compliance with shelter protocols.
• Participate in public-facing programs and events, including adoption events, training sessions, and community education programs.
• Expected to participate in cross‑training initiatives and may be subject to temporary assignment of alternate duties to ensure seamless operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contact a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret regulations governing animal control department policies
• Knowledge in the care and handling of animals
• Ability to deal with members of the general public in a calm and courteous manner, answering and responding to complaints and requests and educating on processes, procedures, and regulations related to animal services.
• Ability to act with integrity by communicating transparently, honoring commitments, and applying standards fairly and consistently
• Ability to demonstrate dependability through ownership of work, reliable follow‑through, and attention to quality and safety standards
• Ability to serve the community with empathy by listening actively, communicating respectfully, and treating all individuals with dignity
• Ability to collaborate sincerely by sharing knowledge, supporting teammates, and contributing to a positive and professional work environment
• Ability to support continuous improvement through adaptability, preparedness, and responsible stewardship of resources
• Knowledge of various animal breeds, types and characteristics and their associated animal behavior with the ability to capture and restrain all types of animals and detect signs of illness or injury to animals
• Ability to read and write clearly in…