Location: Culpeper,VA, USA
Salary : $35,053.20 - $57,837.78 AnnuallyLocation : County of Culpeper, VAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 3510-2024-1112Department: Animal ServicesOpening Date: 11/12/2024Closing Date: 12/3/2024 5:00 PM EasternFLSA: Non-ExemptJob Summary Performs intermediate semiskilled work handling emergency and critical care for sick, injured and recovering animals, managing and coordinating the animal adoption process, caring for animals at the shelter, cleaning and disinfecting shelter and related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Animal Shelter Operations Manager. Occasional oversight is exercised over Animal Care Technicians. Job Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provides care for animals in the shelter; feeds, bathes, and provides fresh water; provides medications; vaccinates and deworms animals. Check the physical condition of animals and ensure cages are locked. Coordinates and manages the entire animal adoption process including, posting animals for adoption on social media, Pet Finder, etc., scheduling and running on-site and off-site adoption events, working with various rescues, SPCAs, shelters, etc. to find homes for animals;Tests for temperament and medical conditions; assesses needs and prescribes appropriate care; provides routine medical, pharmaceutical, and vaccinations, as needed; schedules veterinarian appointments, including spaying and neutering dates; Cleans and disinfects animal shelter, floors, cages, kennels, and related equipment Answers shelter phone lines; provides information to the public regarding shelter operations, animal control services, etc.Completes necessary shelter paperwork including treatment sheetsPerform clerical and data entry Stocks shelter supplies, animal food, kitty litter, and cleaning suppliesNON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Records lost and found informationPerforms light housekeeping tasksPerforms related duties as directed Qualifications Education and Experience:Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Three to five years of previous experience working in an animal shelter, SPCA, or rescue is required.Special Qualifications:Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background checkKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment, and techniques for caring for animals, administering medications, and maintaining shelter cages, equipment, and kennelsKnowledge of department operations and of general principles of animal control and related regulationsAbility to operate various animal care equipmentKnowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the positionAbility to follow safety standards established by the department, etc.Ability to operate various office equipment such as fax, phone, etc.Ability to work in a team environmentAbility to provide the highest level of customer service Working Conditions & Disclaimer PHYSICAL DEMANDSThis position classifies the physical exertion requirements as being moderately physically demanding. Must be able to lift, carry, and pull heavy objects and materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires constant lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, swatting, climbing, etc. Requires the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds, odors, colors, visual perception, and depths.WORK ENVIRONMENTEssential functions are regularly performed in a controlled environment. At times tasks may risk exposure to disease, aggressive animals, and noise extremes, and odors.DisclaimerThe above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.General Sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all County policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies. The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job.Culpeper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.COUNTY OF CULPEPER BENEFITSThere are a wide variety of benefits available to full time employees. These benefits include medical, dental, retirement, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and a deferred compensation program.RETIREMENT As a condition of full time employment, each individual is enrolled in a retirement plan with the Virginia Retirement System that provides a monthly benefit to all retirees for life. VRS Plans 1 and 2 and the VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty plans are defined benefit plans. The VRS Hybrid plan consists of both a defined benefit plan and a defined contribution plan.All individuals, as a condition of employment, are required to contribute 5% of their gross salary into their retirement account each month. LIFE INSURANCE The County of Culpeper provides a basic life insurance plan for all eligible employees. The coverage amount is an employee's annual salary, rounded up to the next highest thousand, then multiplied by 2. The County pays 100% of the cost of this benefit.MEDICAL INSURANCE The County provides 2 medical plans that are offered through Anthem; HMO & HSA. Both provide various benefits to meet anyone's needs.Health Keepers (HMO)Lumenos HSA (PPO)DENTAL INSURANCE The County offers three comprehensive dental plans for employees and their eligible dependents.HOLIDAY/VACATION/SICK ACCRUALS The County offers 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation and sick accrual depend on the agency, office or department in which an individual is employed.PAY FOR PERFORMANCE The County currently utilizes a merit pay system to determine employee salary increases. SHORT TERM DISABILITY The County offers basic income protection through Anthem in the event an employee is unable to perform the essential functions of his or her position. Employees are paid 60% of their gross salary up to 76 days after a 14 calendar day waiting period is met. There is a 7 day waiting period for employees who are covered under the VRS Hybrid plan.LONG TERM DISABILITY The County also offers additional income protection that will continue beyond the short term disability period until an employee is able to return to work or reaches retirement age. Employees are paid 50% of their monthly salary. This coverage is provided for a nominal cost to employees covered under VRS Plans 1 and 2 and the VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty plan. This coverage is provided at no cost to all employees covered under the VRS Hybrid plan. VOLUNTARY INSURANCE PROGRAM The County offers voluntary insurance programs through a variety of insurance carriers. These include:Personal Accident Indemnity PlanCancer PlanWhole Life InsuranceCritical Illness PlansFLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT The County offers a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) that allows employees to set aside up to $2,500 annually, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deductions, to pay for eligible medical, dental or vision expenses not covered by the benefit plans. This program is regulated by the IRS and runs concurrent with the benefit plan year. Open enrollment is held annually.DEPENDENT CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The County offers a Dependent Care Assistance Program that allows employees to set aside up to $5,000 annually, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deductions, to pay eligible dependent care expenses. This program is regulated by the IRS and runs concurrent with the benefit plan year. Open enrollment is held annually.DEFERRED COMPENSATION The County offers a 457 through Nationwide as another alternative to set aside money for retirement. WELLNESS PROGRAMS All eligible employees and their dependents are able to receive a flu shot each year. This program is free to employees, and offered at a nominal charge for spouses and dependents 18 and older.This employer uses E-VerifyFor more information please go to: