Kennel Attendant Bpt

Salary: $21.53 - $26.17 Hourly
Location : San Clemente, CA
Job Type: Benefited Part-time
Job Number: 2324-23
Department: CASA
Opening Date: 02/29/2024
Closing Date: 3/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
The Coastal Animal Services Authority (CASA) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Kennel Attendant. Under the immediate supervision of the Shelter Manager, the Kennel Attendant is responsible for maintaining healthy, safe, and sanitary facilities for shelter animals and the public; and provides all animals with proper, humane handling and care.
This benefited part-time position works approximately 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 and may involve some holidays.
Essential Functions
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.

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals and wildlife.
• 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 not 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.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Experience in the handling of animals.
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Supplemental Information
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Animal shelter environment; exposure to inclement weather, 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 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.
HOLIDAYS - The CASA presently recognizes 12 regular holidays at 4 hours per holiday and two half days floating holidays, with 48 hours of holiday leave granted to this position.
VACATION - Employees accumulate vacation at the rate of 52 hours per year increasing to a maximum of 88 hours based on years of service.
SICK LEAVE - Accrual of 4 hours per month.
INSURANCE - Employee medical insurance is available, and employees are required to enroll unless proof of insurance coverage is provided by the employee.
LIFE INSURANCE - Value equal to two times annual earnings up to a maximum of $50,000.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION - Employees will be enrolled in a 457 deferred compensation program based upon 7.5% of gross pay with costs being shared equally by the employee and the employer.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION (Voluntary) - Employees may elect to enroll in a voluntary plan and defer up to the IRS permitted annual maximum.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in either or both of the Health Care or Dependent Care programs.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - Benefited part-time employees and their dependents may utilize an EAP program which provides a variety of professional services.
01
PLEASE READ: The information provided on the Supplemental Questions will be used in conjunction with the job application to determine whether the qualification requirements are met. Please provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications. Responses to supplemental questions may be scored using specific criteria and may be reviewed by hiring managers. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in the application being rejected. A resume may not be submitted in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and acknowledge that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected.

• I acknowledge
• I do not acknowledge

02
Have you completed the twelfth grade or the equivalent of the completion of the twelfth grade?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have any experience handling animals?

• Yes
• No

04
Please describe in detail, the experience in handling animals you have dealt with including the types of animals.
Required Question