JOB OVERVIEW:The purpose of this position is to perform kennel custodial and assigned animal care tasks. The work is performed under the supervision of the Kennel Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works as a team member with other shelter staff to ensure the daily operations of the shelter are performed in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Cleans and disinfects animal cages and empties traps. Washes feeding and watering containers.
• Feeds and waters animals.
• Empties trash containers and washes windows.
• Sweeps and mops floors.
• Monitors animal health and reports sick animals to the veterinary technicians.
• Inventories and requests kennel supplies. Stocks supplies.
• Assist the public in selecting suitable adoptable animals. Counsel potential adopters.
• Washes dishes and laundry.
• Dog and cat enrichment as needed.
• Cleans and loads incinerator under supervision. Loads, unloads and cleans freezer.
• Empty traps.
• Assists with humane euthanasia and prepares rabies specimens for testing.
• Staff off-site adoption and special events. Conducts various public education programs.
• Assists with directing volunteers, assisting other shelter units and assists with behavior analysis.