THIS IS AN EXTRA-HELP POSITION EXPECTED TO WORK APPROXIMATELY 15 HOURS PER WEEK.

Under close supervision, completes cleaning for the shelter animals kept in the County animal shelter.

The following duties are the fundamental, crucial job duties performed by this position. This is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that may be assigned. Incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position.

Provides basic care for animals kept in the County animal shelter in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and procedures.
Cleans and maintains safe and sanitary conditions in the animal shelter.
Cleans and feeds animals, and performs basic medical care, restraint and infection control procedures.
May assist with general office functions such as customer service.
Provides information and assistance to visitors within the scope of authority.

Work is performed in an office and the County animal shelter; work involves physical demands; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards.High School Diploma or G.E.D. Must be able to pass a background check.Knowledge of:

Proper animal control practices.
Physical characteristics of common breeds of dogs and cats.
Principles of record keeping and records management.

Skills in:

Proper animal control practices.
Physical characteristics of common breeds of dogs and cats.
Principles of record keeping and records management.

Ability to:

Learn and follow County policies and procedures.

Behaviors:

Regular, reliable attendance.

Lewis County, WA

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