THE POSITION
The Coastal Animal Services Authority (CASA) is seeking two (2) qualified individuals to serve as Kennel Attendant. This position is responsible for maintaining healthy, safe, and sanitary facilities for shelter animals and the public; and providing all animals with proper, humane handling and care.
The position is benefited part-time working 22 hours a week but may be scheduled more based on the department needs. The typical work schedule is Saturday & Sunday 7:00am-4:30pm with a 4 hour shift on Friday (either morning 7am-11am, or afternoon 12:30pm-4:30pm).
NOTE: This position is "Open Until Filled" and the recruitment may close after a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. For consideration, interested individuals should not delay in submitting their application. Supervision Received and Exercised:
Receives immediate supervision from the shelter manager.
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Clean, disinfect and sterilize kennels, cages, equipment, runs and other areas of facility as directed.
Clean and replenish food and water bowls.
Visually inspect and monitor shelter animals, including those that are isolated or quarantined; recognize animal health problems or unusual behavior and bring them to the attention of the shelter manager.
Assist with animals when veterinarian performs routine examinations.
Administer injections and medications to all shelter animals
Responds to public inquiries regarding animals and the shelter; provides information within the areas of assignment; assists in the release and adoption of animals; provides from counter customer service to patrons; shows animals upon request; answers phones.
- Required to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Experience in the handling of animals.
Training:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Knowledge of:
- Various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals.
- Principles of animal behavior and practices of humane animal care.
- Principles and practices used in dealing with the public.
- Basic techniques of kennel cleaning and maintenance.
- Basic principles of record keeping..
- Occupational hazards and safety practices necessary in the area of animal services.
Skill to:
- Operate equipment and other tools used in the cleaning and maintenance of kennels.
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
Ability to:
- Handle animals in a safe and effective manner, including, but limited to, muzzling techniques, collection and impoundment.
- 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.
- Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
- Maintain mental capacity, which allows for effective interaction and communication with others, understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Animal shelter environment; exposure to noise, dust, toxic chemicals, potentially hazardous situations.
Physical Conditions:
Functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary to perform light or moderate lifting and carrying, bending and stooping; and standing for prolonged periods of time. Occasional lifting of 50 pounds.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
All applicants must submit a completed City of San Clemente application form and supplemental questionnaire in order to be considered. Applications will not be accepted by fax or email.
Applications must be submitted via the City’s website at http://san-clememte.org/jobs. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral exams to evaluate the applicant’s skill, training, and experience.
Prior to employment the prospective candidate must successfully compete a background review, medical examination, including drug screen, and be fingerprinted, all at the City’s expense. If selected, written identification showing entitlement to legally work in the United State will be required.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity gender expression, genetic information, or age.
In accordance with the ADA, candidates that require accommodation to perform the tasks of this position should contact Human Resources to inform them of the accommodation requested.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.