Town of Wytheville

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Job Title: Animal Shelter Attendant

ANTICIPATED STARTING SALARY: $31,200 to $39,503 Actual compensation will be DOE/DOQ.

DEPARTMENT: Police Department FLSA DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt POSTED: 06/05/2026

POSITION SUMMARY: The Animal Shelter Attendant for the Town of Wytheville performs a wide range

of office/clerical duties to support the Town of Wytheville Cat Shelter and its adoption mission, markets the

center and the cats available for adoption, assists with scheduling volunteers to maintain shelter services

during regular operating hours, prepares reports, provides cat care to shelter cats, and facilitates animal

health care with the supervising veterinarian as needed. The Attendant assists with performing tasks to

address shelter needs, and performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor to help clean and maintain

the facility. The primary work location is the Town of Wytheville Cat Shelter, 600 Atkins Mill Road,

Wytheville, VA 24382.

Job Description is attached. Please review the full list of Duties and Responsibilities.

ENTRY LEVEL REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age. High School diploma or GED

equivalent, and at least six months of full-time equivalent clerical or administrative office support experience

required. Professional experience in animal control, rescue work, cat care or healthcare of animals is

preferred. Any equivalent combination of education and experience that satisfies the job requirements may

be considered. Must possess a valid State driver's license and always maintain in good standing. Basic CPR and

first aid certification required, or the ability to obtain one within six months if selected. Due to working with

domestic animals, specific vaccinations will be required of selected candidate, to include but may not be

limited to Rabies and Tetanus vaccines, as well as other health department recommendations.

Must Have The Below Basic Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

Excellent communication skills, oral and written, office management skills and computer skills.

Ability to use social media to promote effective marketing of cats available for adoption.

Demonstrated passion for the humane treatment of animals and animal well-being.

Ability to follow oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work with and interact with feral, non-social, and socialized cats.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteers,

supervisors, other agency representatives, and the public.

Ability to maintain respectful demeanor under critical or high stress scenarios.

Demonstrated interpersonal skills that value empathy, respect, and teamwork.

Ability to handle sensitive information appropriately.

Must be self-motivated and able to work independent of full-time supervision.

Ability to use computer software specific to the positions assigned job duties.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for additional Required Minimum Qualifications

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must complete a Town of Wytheville Employment Application to be considered

for this position. Applications can be found online at https://www.wytheville.org/employment. Applications

are to be submitted to the Department of Human Resources by email at human.resources@wytheville.org

or in person at the Town Municipal Building. Please submit a completed application including a resume and

any certifications or special licensures that relate to the advertised position. Please contact the Department

of Human Resources with any questions at 276-223-3321.

CLOSING DATE: Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The Town of Wytheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Description

Class Title: Animal Shelter Attendant (Cat Shelter)

Department: Public Safety, Town of Wytheville

Worker's Comp Group No.: 054

FLSA Designation: Non-exempt

Effective Date: February 22, 2024

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Animal Shelter Attendant performs a wide range of office/clerical duties to support the

Town of Wytheville Cat Shelter and its adoption mission, markets the center and the cats

available for adoption, assists with scheduling volunteers to maintain shelter services during

regular operating hours, prepares reports, provides cat care to shelter cats, and facilitates

animal health care with the supervising veterinarian as needed. The Attendant assists with

performing tasks to address shelter needs, and performs additional duties as assigned by

supervisor to help clean and maintain the facility. The primary work location is the Town of

Wytheville Cat Shelter, 600 Atkins Mill Road, Wytheville, VA 24382.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervision of the Animal Control Officer and the Chief of Police.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the

following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a

comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and

responsibilities. If hired, incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be

Required To Perform Additional, Position-specific Tasks.

Performs a wide range of office/clerical duties such as answering the phone, receptionist,

opening the mail/responding to email, recordkeeping, file management, preparing reports,

assisting with scheduling and working with volunteers, collecting fees and performing other

clerical tasks as assigned.

Markets/promotes the center and conducts outreach efforts to support the centers goals of

successful cat adoption and responsible cat population management initiatives such as

spaying and/or neutering options. Collaborates and coordinates with local and regional cat

rescues and volunteers to improve the overall success of the cat center and cat adoption.

Cleans kennels and kennel rooms. Stocks, inventories, and orders supplies, including

accepting supply donations.

Performs general cat care in a humane manner, to include feeding, watering, basic grooming

and providing a healthy environment. Observes cat health and arranges for care provided by

supervising veterinarian as needed. Assesses and documents cat behavior, and determines

level of cat socialization and compatibility with potential human adoption scenarios.

Job Description

Class Title: Animal Shelter Attendant (Cat Shelter)

Interacts in a professional and effective manner with individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Performs other duties as assigned, such as driving the animal control vehicle as needed,

attending meetings, and preparing marketing flyers. (Euthanasia is not required for this

position.)

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED equivalent, and at least six months of full-time equivalent

clerical or administrative office support experience required. Professional experience in

animal control, rescue work, cat care or healthcare of animals is preferred.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that satisfies the job requirements

may be considered.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

Excellent communication skills, oral and written, office management skills and computer

skills.

Ability to use social media to promote effective marketing of cats available for adoption.

Demonstrated passion for the humane trea

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