Location: Nashville,TN, USA
Animal Care Assistant 1Print ( Care Assistant 1Salary$42,411.83 AnnuallyLocationNashville, TNJob TypeFull Time Health Civil ServiceJob NumberHEA07322DepartmentHealthDivisionAnimal ControlOpening Date06/11/2024DescriptionBenefitsQuestionsPosition DescriptionResponsible for the daily care of animals; provides appropriate food and water; grooms, bathes, and exercises animals; monitors the behavior and health of animals; reports health, behavior or temperament issues to supervisor; and performs general housekeeping of shelter.This position will work at the location listed below:Animal Care & Control5125 Harding PlNashville, TN 37211If you have any questions about this position please contact MPHD HR at (615)-###-####.Typical DutiesPerform animal care and related duties, such as feeding, cleaning, exercising, and monitoring the behavior and health of animals in shelter custody.Responsible for the daily care of animals, including providing appropriate food and water, as well as basic grooming and bathing; cleans animal cages, runs and performs general housekeeping of shelter.Assists shelter patrons, animal control officers and outreach staff with animal handling, to include transferring and relocating animals from vehicles, cages and housing units.Monitor animals and immediately reports health, behavior or temperament issues to supervisor.Assist with animal intake, evaluation and medical treatments as directed, including disease prevention and reduction efforts.Maintain animal care reports and documentation.Maintain daily log sheets and inventories, completes intake and care reports, and prepares related reports or record keeping as required.Responds to patron inquiries related to animal health education and related programs; provides humane education pamphlets or materials.Must have and be able to demonstrate knowledge of: -basic animal welfare standards, including safe animal handling procedures for domestic and wild animals. --proper use, secure storage, and disposal of lethal chemicals, syringes and related equipment.Promote a caring attitude toward all animals and treat animals humanely and with compassion at all times, regardless of circumstances, including those that are sick, injured, feral, or aggressive.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or its equivalent.Must be a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET), or obtain that certification within six months of hire.Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.Working Environment/Physical Demands:Medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, bending, stooping, lifting, and exerting up to 50 pounds of force on a regular and reoccurring basis, including restraint of animals of varying size, age, and physical condition.Must use protective clothing or gear.May risk exposure to toxic and caustic chemicals, and animals/wildlife, including exposure to animal bites, scratches, and diseases such as Rabies, Ringworm, Lyme disease and Zoonosis .Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply, however at the present time MPHD is not sponsoring individuals through any of the US Government's employment-based immigration programs.MPHD seeks to be a socially and culturally responsive organization that acknowledges and addresses historical and current inequities in our public health promotion and practice. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work with multicultural communities.Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAnimal Care ExperienceAssociates degree or higher.Full-time, Civil Service positions -10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)1 Sick Day per month12 Paid Holidays per yearPublic Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -20 vacation days per year3 Personal days per year1 Sick Day per month12 paid holidays per yearPart-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits informationSeasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.01What is your highest level of education?Less than High School or GEDHigh School or GEDNursing DiplomaAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeAdvanced Degree02How many years of experience in animal control do you have ?noneLess than a year1- 2 yearsMore than 2 years03I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification.YesRequired QuestionAgencyMetropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson CountyAddressHuman Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210Phone(615) ###-####Website verify your email address Verify Email