Part Time Animal Shelter Kennel Assistant

This position is responsible for providing care for sheltered animals, treating them with kindness and respect, and socializing the animals, in order to make them more adoptable. The primary purpose of this position is to maintain a clean and sanitary environment for sheltered animals. Hours will be part time, 20 hours per week and weekends when needed for events. • Clean and maintain kennels and animal living areas on a daily basis. • Clean other shelter areas. Sweep, take out garbage, wash windows, etc. • Clean and maintain shelter equipment: i.e. carriers, leashes, brushes, etc. • Wash food and water bowls and put them away in an orderly fashion. • Provide each animal with food and water following approved feeding protocols. • Follow proper safety measures and procedures when using chemicals and cleaning supplies • Help with washing, drying and folding of laundry. • Help maintain a clean and organized shelter. • Inform Shelter Coordinator of any health issues with the animals. • Responsible for all other duties as assigned by the coordinator. Education Requirements: • no prerequisites Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements: • Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions • Able to humanely handle animals under various circumstances • Able to work harmoniously with other employees • Must be punctual, reliable, and responsible Physical Demands and Work Environment: • Daily standing for long periods, walking, squatting, bending, pulling and reaching. Must be able to lift, move, or carry animals or objects weighing up to 100 lbs., and use strong chemicals for disinfecting kennels. Majority of work will take place in an indoor environment with exposure to continuous elevated noise levels and strong odors. .Additional Considerations: • Should enjoy working with dogs Apply Job!