DescriptionCoastal Animal Services Authority (CASA) is seeking qualified individuals to join the Animal Services Team as a part-time Kennel Aide. The ideal candidate will have experience in handling animals.
Under immediate supervision from a supervisor or General Manager, the Kennel Aide will maintain healthy, safe, and sanitary facilities for shelter animals and the public; and will provide all animals with proper, humane handling and care.
Essential FunctionsEssential and other important functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Clean, disinfect and sterilize kennels, cages, equipment, runs and other areas of facility as directed.
- Clean and replenish food and water bowls, medicate animals as assigned by a supervisor or Manager
- Visually inspect and monitor shelter animals, including those that are isolated or quarantined; recognize animal health problems or unusual behavior and bring them to the attention of the shelter manager.
- Clean, disinfect and sterilize the Shelter's public bathrooms; replace towels and toilette paper.
- Cut and remove weeds surrounding shelter grounds.
- Responds to public inquiries regarding animals and the shelter; provides information within the areas of assignment; assists in the release and adoption of animals
- Utilize proper animal handling techniques when providing care to the animals, or assisting higher level staff with medical treatments.
- Perform related work as required
Typical Qualifications Knowledge of :- Various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals.
- Principles of animal behavior and humane care.
- Basic techniques of kennel cleaning and maintenance.
- Basic principles of record keeping and operating modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
- Occupational hazards and safety practices necessary in the area of animal services.
Ability to :- Handle animals in a safe and effective manner.
- Learn and utilize proper handling and muzzling techniques.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
- Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Experience in the handling of animals.
Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Special Requirements: May be required to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions: Work is performed in animal shelter environment in varying temperatures; exposure to excessive noise (such as barking dogs); aggressive and/or dangerous animals; animal waste and dead animals; dust, chemicals from cleaning agents/disinfectants; and sewage and zoonotic diseases.
Physical Requirements :
- Maintain physical condition necessary for standing for prolonged periods of time
- Moderate lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling
- Occasional lifting of 50 lbs.
- Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling
Supplemental Information APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE :
All applicants must submit a completed Coastal Animal Services Authority application form and supplemental questionnaire in order to be considered. Applications will not be accepted by fax or email.
Applications must be submitted via the City's web site at http://san-clemente.org/jobs . All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience.
Prior to employment, the prospective candidate must successfully complete a background review, medical examination, including drug screen, and be fingerprinted, all at City expense. If selected, written identification showing entitlement to legally work in the United States will be required.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or age.
In accordance with the ADA, candidates that require accommodation to perform the tasks of this position should contact Human Resources to inform them of the accommodation requested.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.
Each part-time employee will be enrolled in a 457 PTS Deferred Compensation plan based upon 7.5% of gross pay with costs being shared equally by the employee and the City.
Beginning January 1, 2024, part-time employees will be provided 40 hours of paid sick leave each year.
Hourly part-time employees are limited to working no more than 960 hours per fiscal year, and are provided hours as-needed by the Department.
