Kennel Attendant

Salary: $25.00 per hour.

About the role

This position, located within the Animal Care and Control Division of the General Services Department, is responsible for the daily care and well-being of animals in a kennel, including feeding, cleaning, exercising, and monitoring their health. They ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for animals.

Responsibilities

• Feeding and Watering: Providing animals with food and water according to their individual needs and schedules.
• Cleaning: Maintaining clean and sanitary living spaces for animals, including kennels, cages, and common areas. This involves cleaning up waste, changing bedding, and disinfecting surfaces.
• Exercise and Play: Ensuring animals get adequate exercise and playtime, including walks, runs, or supervised play sessions.
• Monitoring Health: Observing animal behavior and physical condition, reporting any signs of illness or distress to supervisors or veterinary staff.
• Administering Medications: Providing medications or treatments to animals as directed by a veterinarian or supervisor.
• Customer Service: Interacting with community members and volunteers visiting the animal kennel areas.
• Sanitation: Maintaining a clean and organized work area, including storage and cleaning supplies.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of animal care, including feeding schedules, medication administration, and observations.
• Inventory Management: Keeping track of food, supplies, and medications, and notifying supervisors when items need to be reordered.
• Emergency Response: Being prepared to handle emergency situations, such as animal injuries or illnesses.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and previous experience working with animals.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files & records, and other office procedures & terminology.
• Ability to comfortably handle animals with behavioral issues which may include shyness & fearfulness.
• Ability to problem-solve effectively & efficiently.
• Ability to communicate clearly & concisely with written/verbal communication.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work on weekends, holidays, and varying shift times.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work with physically strong dogs.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, and kneel.

Working Conditions

• Disagreeable working conditions.
• Continuously exposed to several elements such as noise, intermittent standing, walking; and occasional pushing, carrying, or lifting.

Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.