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Under general supervision, provide basic animal care, including daily feeding, water, and observation; clean and maintain facilities; transport animals; maintain records related to animal care and disposition; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is an entry-level classification and receives close supervision. Incumbents learn and perform routine tasks providing care for impounded animals and assisting in the maintenance and operation of the animal shelter. Positions at this level usually exercise less independent discretion and judgement in matters related to work procedures and methods. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

CURRENT VACANCY

One (1) part-time position in the Animal Services Division of the Police Department. Eachposition is limited to 960 hours per Fiscal Year.

Pre-employment Process

Qualified applicants will undergo a complete, comprehensive, POST approved Background Investigation including a Polygraph Examination. Applicants must also successfully pass a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

(Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Provide and replenish food and water for domestic, exotic, and wild animals.
Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, and equipment to maintain sanitary conditions.
Observe sick, quarantined, and potentially injured animals, and report problems.
Clean and bathe animals; vaccinate animals given established procedures.
Complete ongoing and preventive maintenance of shelter facilities and equipment.
Transport animals to and from veterinary offices and other medical facilities.
Respond to public inquiries regarding the disposition of animals and animal shelter procedures, and questions regarding lost and found animals, and adoption procedures.
Serve as cashier; handle customer transactions including redemptions and license sales, and the release of animals.
Maintain records related to daily animal care, and incidents.
Order and pick up supplies needed at the shelter.
Handle injured and deceased animals.
Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Education and Experience

Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience

Six (6) months of recent experience working with domestic animals in a veterinary hospital, clinical setting, or animal services facility or other comparable experience.

Licenses and Certifications

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C or Class 3 California Driver's License to be maintained throughout employment and have a satisfactory driving record.

Knowledge of

Various breeds of dogs, cats, and other domestic animals.
Basic characteristics of animal behavior.
Care techniques.
Customer service techniques.
Procedures related to kennel cleaning and maintenance of facilities.
Record keeping procedures
Occupational hazards and safe work practices related to animal care
Safe driving principles and practices

Ability to

Operate cleaning equipment and other tools used in the maintenance of kennels.
Operate a vehicle observing legal driving practices.
Operate a cash register.
Administer injections and medication to all types of animals.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
Handle animals in a safe and efficient manner.
Learn, understand, and interpret rules and regulations governing the impounding and release of animals.
Recognize normal and abnormal animal behavior.
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
Meet and deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Respond to requests and inquiries for information regarding animal services.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a field classification with frequent standing in work areas and walking between work areas required. Wrist flexion and lateral rotation are necessary in combination with grasping to handle a snare and leash. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Positions in this classification occasionally lift, move, and carry animals that typically weigh up to 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees primarily work outside in variable weather conditions and under exposure to potentially infectious diseases and hazardous physical substances. May involve exposure to dangerous and/or diseased animals. This position will be around animals known to cause allergies. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holiday, overtime, and callouts.

We are an equal opportunityemployer,and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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