Kennel Technician (part-time)

About the role

The Kennel Technician (part-time) assists the Animal Shelter Specialists with the daily care and welfare of animals in the shelter. They clean, organize, and maintain kennel areas; give animals food and water; assist the public; and assist with spay/neuter surgeries as needed.

Responsibilities

• Help care for, feed, water, clean, and groom shelter animals
• Clean, organize, and disinfect animal quarters
• Gather and record data about animals
• Prepare documentation and maintain files, entering into an online system
• Greet the public and respond to questions
• Prepare animals for adoption
• Clean the cooler and crematory
• Answer the phone and use walkie-talkies or a radio

Qualifications

• Up to 6 months of experience and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Necessary Skills

• Flexibility and availability to work weekends and partial days on some holidays
• Ability to multitask
• Emotional capacity to dispose of deceased animals
• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug (drug only for seasonals), physical (only if CDL), and audio screenings

Benefits

A tangible impact to the department and residents in the City of Edmond

A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

Pay

$15.00–$15.69 (depending on experience)

Schedule

This is a permanent part-time position that works throughout the year, including partial days on some holidays. They work a maximum of 29 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts on Sunday and Saturday, starting at 7 or 8:00 am. On weekdays, they will start at either 7 or 8:00 am and work until noon or 1:00 to complete their weekly hours.

Contact Information

Job Contact Details
Name: Samantha Nelson
Title: Talent Coordinator
Email Address: recruiting@edmondok.gov
Website: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/CIT1039TCED/JobBoard/787bfc5e-9927-4b6d-8962-6a446184a1a1/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=0b32faab-de9b-4de6-a8a3-d59d9c0e847d