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SalaryThe Kennel Technician (KT) plays a critical role in caring for the dogs at the York County SPCA. In addition to providing animal enrichment, the KT is responsible for the general care and maintenance of shelter dogs including feeding, cleaning, disinfecting, grooming, vaccinating, and medicating shelter animals. Kennel Technicians have a physically demanding job due to nature of the work and handling of the dogs.
Who We are Looking For:
In need of dedicated individuals with a passion for animal welfare. The perfect opportunity for anyone looking to directly impact York County communities and their animals! The ideal candidates would be comfortable working with dogs of varying sizes and temperaments, and have good attention to detail.
Position Requirements:
We are looking for one or two Part Time technicians to work 20 -24 hours per week (2 or 3 days per week). Sundays are required.
Essential Kennel Technician Job Responsibilities:
- Performs animal husbandry tasks such as cage cleaning, feeding, walking, and other animal care activities for the 70+ shelter dogs in our care
- Operates the power washer and squeegees the kennels
- Conducts bathing and medication administration
- Cleans, does laundry and restocks the facility
- Works with the Client Services Counselors, Kennel Manager, Behavior Technician and Communications Director to provide individualized animal descriptions to help promote adoptions
- Observes and reports medical issues to the Kennel Manager
- Observes and reports behavioral issues to the Foster & Behavior Technician
- Has appropriate leash etiquette and observes all safety measures
- Is able to clearly communicate between staff and volunteer dog walkers
- Cares for, loves, and provides enrichment to all the dogs - big and small
- Patience to handle and care for dogs of varying temperaments
- Understands and identifies basic signals from an animal's body language
- The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
- The ability to read and understand medical instructions and behavioral memos
- The willingness to sign up for shortened shifts on the holidays to care for the animals
Qualifications:
- 18 years or older
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs to restock dog food and occasionally lift animals
- The physical ability to work 10 hour shifts either standing or walking
- Frequently walk dogs over 80lbs on a leash
- The ability to work in a noisy dog kennel
- Thea ability to perform this job with or without reasonable accommodations
- Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the York County SPCA
Benefits:
- Lots of animals to play with
- Surrounded by a high-performing, mission-driven team of individuals
- Employee appreciation events
- Consistent daytime and afternoon hours
- Adoption discounts after 6 months of continuous employment
About the York County SPCA:
The York County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization dedicated to providing long-term human and animal services to residents of York County through programs that find permanent, loving homes for displaced and stray animals, help control animal population growth, investigate and prosecute cruelty offenders and educate the general public about animal wellness and safety. We do not receive funding from the national ASPCA. We are a community resource supporting all York County residents and their animals.
The York County SPCA supports, empowers, and encourages employees to take personal accountability, and we continuously work to provide employees with the resources they need to thrive while cultivating an environment of trust, respect, and compassion.
