About the position
The purpose of this position is to perform walk-through inspections of the shelter to ensure it stays clean and in order. This position also is to supply and supervise inmates and instruct them of cleaning the shelter. Answers phones to ensure that road officers are assigned to jobs, and logs into computer dispatch to know officers’ whereabouts at all times in case of an emergency call. Sends officers out on calls as needed.
Responsibilities
- Enters animals into the computer system.
- Assigns animals to particular kennels.
- Interacts with and serves the public bringing in animals.
- Answers phones, takes complaints, and dispatches calls.
- Vets animals to prepare them for adoption.
- Determines the adoptability of animals on the holding side.
- Ensures the shelter is clean.
- Works on animal complaints.
- Assists in euthanizing animals.
- Follows up on previous complaints.
- Sets and picks up animal traps.
- Manages supplies and inventory.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Knowledge of state and county laws pertaining to animals.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel).
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Knowledge of how to handle friendly and feral domesticated animals.
- Ability to supervise 4-9 inmates at any given time.
- Ability to know the laws of animal control and county ordinance.
- Ability to catch animals that are running loose.
