Animal Caretaker - Call-In

Job Summary

The Animal Caretaker will be responsible for the overall care and well-being of the animals housed at the Allegan County Animal Shelter. Duties include feeding, kennel cleaning, restraining animals for veterinary management, creating intake paperwork, providing vaccinations, maintaining records, engaging in play activities, and managing inventory.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Handle general care tasks such as feeding and kennel cleaning of the animals
• Assist in restraining animals for veterinary management
• Create intake paperwork for all animal intakes
• Create Kennel Card for all new animal intakes
• Provide intake vaccination/prevention for animals
• Keep records of animal feedings, treatments, and other updates
• Keep up daily laundry and cleaning for animal health per state mandates
• Engage in play activities and exercise with the animals
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment
• Provide weekly inventory list for animal food and shelter supplies

Education / Experience

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience in animal care or related field preferred

Qualifications

• Passion for helping and treating animals
• Ability to interact with animals in a calm, non-threatening manner
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and changing work priorities
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated as well as team-oriented