Salary: $35,638.00 AnnuallyLocation : Frederick County, VAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 00533Department: ANIMAL SHELTEROpening Date: 11/18/2024Closing Date: 11/29/2024 11:59 PM EasternDescription Do you have a passion for animal welfare and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families? The Frederick County Animal Shelter is looking for a dedicated, patient, and knowledgeable Animal Caretaker to join our team. This full-time role is perfect for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and is committed to providing compassionate care for animals in need.Why Join Us?
- A chance to make a difference: Play an essential role in the care and rehabilitation of shelter animals.
- Collaborative environment: Work with a supportive and dedicated team passionate about animal welfare.
- Diverse responsibilities: Enjoy a varied day that includes hands-on animal care, customer interactions, and community events
Essential Functions What You'll Do:Key ResponsibilitiesAs an Animal Caretaker, you will:
- Ensuring cleanliness by maintaining cages, runs, and shelter equipment in compliance with state regulations.
- Feeding, watering, and monitoring the health and well-being of shelter animals.
- Administering vaccinations, medications, and diagnostic tests as needed.
- Assisting with or performing euthanasia when necessary, following shelter protocol.
- Transporting animals to veterinarians, events, and other locations.
- Handling janitorial and grounds maintenance tasks to keep the shelter in top shape.
- Supporting public interactions by assisting with inquiries and processing paperwork.
Typical Qualifications What We're Looking For:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Must possess a valid Driver's License and have held it for at least 2 years
- Willingness to work a varied schedule, including weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
Supplemental Information To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.The County's EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobsThere are a wide variety of benefits available to Frederick County employees. These benefits include: health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability plans, flexible spending account for health care, dependent care assistance program, an employee assistance program and a deferred compensation program.Please click to view our Frederick County Employee Benefits information page with full details on all insurance plans offered.