Part Time Animal Handler

department: police division: animal control hourly range: $16.00/hr.
maximum of 25 hours per week.
closing date: open until filled

the following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

under immediate supervision of the animal control officer, this position performs custodial and maintenance functions for the animal shelter and assists the animal control officer in related duties.

• cleans kennels and cat cages.
• feeds animals.
• cleans office, work room and restroom.
• maintains grounds around animal shelter and ensures proper garbage and waste control.
• occasionally assists the animal control officer in the pickup of stray animals.
• filing.
• answers telephones.
• assists with public.
• other related tasks/duties as required or assigned.

• must possess some experience in handling animals.
• must have experience with microsoft office.
• must possess valid new jersey driver’s license.

the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• requires normal to correctable vision and hearing.
• employee should have no physical impairments which would limit the ability to do moderately heavy work.

• requires some knowledge of simple bookkeeping with minimal clerical skills.
• must be able to understand and follow simple written and verbal instructions.
• should possess emotional stability and social competence to deal adequately and courteously with the public.

all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

the township of franklin is a drug free workplace.

effective september 1, 2011, all employees of nj state, county and local government must reside in the state of new jersey unless exempted under law.