Dog Kennel Attendant-Highland County Dog Pound

About the role

Full-time dog kennel attendant position at a new, state-of-the-art facility on North Shore Drive, Hillsboro. Typical schedule Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, with potential for occasional weekend work as directed by the Chief Dog Warden.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain kennels, animal holding areas, examination or operating rooms, and animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.
• Prepare feed for animals according to specific instructions such as diet lists or schedules.
• Perform hygiene-related duties, including clipping animals’ claws and cleaning and polishing teeth.
• Monitor dogs for signs of illness and promptly report any concerns to leadership.
• Exercise animals or provide them with companionship.
• Dust, spray, or bathe animals to control insects.
• Monitor animals recovering from surgery and notify veterinarians of any unusual changes or symptoms.
• Perform general office duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Deputy Warden and leadership.

Qualifications

• Excellent work ethic.
• Previous experience working with dogs preferred.
• Ability to be comfortable around, handle, and restrain dogs of various sizes and temperaments safely.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Compassionate attitude toward animals and dedication to their welfare.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with customers, staff, leadership, and the public.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous physical tasks.
• Ability to stand and walk up to 8 hours in a full shift.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• This position requires regular and direct contact with dogs in enclosed environments; individuals with dog allergies may find this work environment incompatible with their health needs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• OPERS pension.
• County-paid $15,000 life insurance.
• Sick time accrual.
• Vacation accrual.
• Deferred compensation (voluntary).

Wage: $17.00 per hour. Full-time (40 hours per week).