Animal Shelter Assistant Seasonal Day Laborer

The City of Everett Animal Shelter is currently accepting applications for an Animal Shelter Assistant Seasonal Day Laborer. This employment is temporary (up to six months in duration, beginning as early as June and ending as late as December). It is mandatory that the employee in this position contribute to the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System. This contribution is refundable upon the employees request at the completion of employment. A work permit fee must also be paid to AFSCME Local No. 113. The position is not provided with City of Everett benefits.

NATURE OF WORK

This position provides general support work that involves handling and caring for animals brought to the City of Everett Animal Shelter. The work will also involve the cleaning and routine maintenance of the shelter, including animal housing areas, exam, clinic, and other interior and exterior work areas; maintenance of records and assisting shelter visitors. Applicants must be 18 years or older.

DESIRED QUALIFICATION

This is the perfect position for someone who is interested in animal welfare, learning about animal care and behavior, and the intricate details of the operation of an Animal Shelter. We are looking for those folks who are not afraid of hard work, who find great satisfaction in a job well done and the rewarding work of helping animals.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is up to 40 hours per week; may include work hours 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. on holidays, and at least one weekend day.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Feed, care for, and medicate (as directed by the shelter veterinarian and allowed by law) adoptable animals, stray animals, impounded animals, isolated animals, and sick, unruly and aggressive animals, as required.
• Move animals among various areas within the shelter as required in a safe, effective, and humane manner.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, crates, countertops, windows, windowsills, exam rooms, clinic and other work areas.
• Sweep and mop floors, wash dishes, launder animal bedding, take out trash and recycling.
• Restock cleaning and animal care supplies; sort and move deliveries and donated pet food and supplies to designated locations.
• Assist shelter customers by providing information regarding animal adoptions; facilitate prospective adopter and animal meet and greets.
• Operate shelter vehicles to transport animals or complete other errands as required.
• Perform other related duties as required.

OTHER DUTIES:

Dependent upon experience and skill, there is growth opportunity (for those interested) that would include assisting with animal check-in, administering vaccinations, performing blood draws and microchipping.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Dog and cat breeds
• Basic companion animal care, health and behavior
• English grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation

Skill and Ability to:

• Attend and comprehend on-the-job training as assigned by management.
• Safely and humanely handle animals by adhering to training guidelines and instruction at all times.
• Determine sex of animals
• Administer vaccinations, microchips, and oral, nasal and topical medications.
• Recognize signs of illness and/or injury in animals and effectively communicate this information to staff.
• Operate various types of Animal Shelter equipment including dish sanitizer and industrial washer and dryer.
• Assist shelter and veterinary staff handling animals during exams, treatments, and other medical procedures.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Understand and apply processes and procedures to recurring operational requirements.
• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with supervisors, fellow staff members, volunteers and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Lift and handle objects and animals weighing up to sixty (60) pounds
• Ability to restrain and handle animals up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time, climb step ladder, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; feel the size, shape and temperature of items
• Operate copy machine and fax machine
• Handle unruly, aggressive, and otherwise dangerous animals safely and humanely
• Must be able and willing to work shifts including weekends and all holidays.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application materials may be accessed via http://www.everettwa.gov/careers. Completed application must be submitted through the City's online application system until the position is filled. Apply today.

FILING OPENS: May 11, 2023
FILING CLOSES: Open until filled
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