Shelter Attendant ? Animal Control Division

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Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

The Animal Resource Center is located at 4848 State Route 30 in House Springs, MO

Provides daily care for animals housed at the shelter including feeding, cleaning , monitoring health and behavior, supporting medical protocols, assisting with adoptions and public interactions, and providing daily enrichment. This role ensures animals are safely managed, healthy and prepared for adoption or transfer, while promoting humane treatment and complying with ACEA regulations.

• Feed and monitor animal health:
  Provide proper food, water, and medication following veterinary direction.
• Clean and sanitize shelter areas:
  Disinfect cages, play areas, and facilities to maintain hygiene and disease prevention.
• Perform daily animal enrichment activities:
  Engage animals in exercise, play, and socialization to enhance adoptability.
• Assist in medical procedures:
  Restrain animals, administer medication, and observe post-treatment recovery.
• Document and report animal conditions:
  Record daily health observations and report abnormalities to supervisors a nd Veterinary Technician.
• Support adoptions and intake:
  Assists adoptions, redemptions, and animal intakes using shelter software.
• Maintain equipment and supply inventory:
  Stock cleaning and feeding supplies; report shortages or maintenance needs; pick up supplies as needed using a county vehicle.
• Ensure safety protocols:
  Handle aggressive or frightened animals using approved safety techniques.
• Provide public assistance:
  Answer questions and provide education on animal care and adoption processes.
• Collaborate with veterinary and rescue staff:
  Coordinate with vet technicians, ACOs, and rescue coordinators on animal health needs.

The individual in this role is expected to contribute to the team's efforts by completing other related tasks, as may be assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No related experience required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid Missouri Driver's License.
• Certification by a state professional animal care and control organization such as the Missouri Animal Control Association or the National Animal Control Association or equivalent organization as an Animal Control Officer preferred but not required.
• Specialty certifications for such tasks as chemical capture, medical intake evaluations, temperament testing, behavior assessment, socialization/enrichment program management, behavior modification training, etc. preferred but not required.

• Must be able to control, lift and carry large animals; and
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays and after-hours on a rotational basis.

• Knowledge of county ordinances pertaining to animal control and animal welfare; the criminal justice system; and basic computer operations.
• Skill in the operation and care of assigned equipment.
• Knowledge of the Animal Care Facilities Act and practices pertaining to animal control and animal welfare; the criminal justice system; and basic computer operations.
• Ability to recognize environmental and public safety hazards; and prepare clear, concise reports; analyze and determine practices or actions that address problems.
• Ability to enforce Animal Care Facilities Act and division policies in a professional manner.

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The work also requires mental and visual acuity, speaking, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling; picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand;

grasping; picking, holding or otherwise working with the whole hand; hearing, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, talking, and walking.

The work is performed in all buildings and animal housing areas of the Animal Control Center, in County vehicles and in various field situations in unincorporated Jefferson County. The work may be performed in extreme noise, weather, and temperature ranges. This position will involve driving County vehicles with restricted visibility and working in the community were responding to requests for…