ANIMAL CARETAKER
County of Culpeper, VA County of Culpeper, VA Culpeper, VA Culpeper, VA Part-time Part-time Estimated:
$24.
6K - $31.
1K a year Estimated:
$24.
6K - $31.
1K a year 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago Description Cares for the animals that are housed at the Culpeper Animal Shelter.
Essential Functions Cares for animals in the shelter.
Feeds and bathes animals.
Provides medications, vaccinates and de-worms animals.
Provides fresh water.
Checks physical condition of animals.
Ensures cages are locked.
Cleans and disinfects animal shelter, floors, cages, kennels, and related equipment.
Answers shelter phone lines; provides information regarding shelter operations, animal control services, etc.
Completes necessary shelter paperwork including treatment sheets.
Stocks shelter supplies, animal food, kitty litter, and cleaning supplies.
Job Specifications Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment, and techniques for caring for animals, administering medications and maintaining shelter cages, equipment and kennels.
Knowledge of department operations and of general principles of animal control and related regulations.
Ability to operate various animal care equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the position Ability 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 environment Ability to provide the highest level of customer service Minimum Qualifications & Experience General knowledge and experience working with animals.
Special Requirements Must successfully pass a criminal history background check.
Working Conditions & Disclaimer Moderately physical demanding work.
Must be able to lift, carry, pull 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.
Tasks may risk exposure to disease, aggressive animals, and noise extremes, and odors.
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.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$24.
6K - $31.
1K a year Estimated:
$24.
6K - $31.
1K a year 1 day ago 1 day ago 1 day ago Description Cares for the animals that are housed at the Culpeper Animal Shelter.
Essential Functions Cares for animals in the shelter.
Feeds and bathes animals.
Provides medications, vaccinates and de-worms animals.
Provides fresh water.
Checks physical condition of animals.
Ensures cages are locked.
Cleans and disinfects animal shelter, floors, cages, kennels, and related equipment.
Answers shelter phone lines; provides information regarding shelter operations, animal control services, etc.
Completes necessary shelter paperwork including treatment sheets.
Stocks shelter supplies, animal food, kitty litter, and cleaning supplies.
Job Specifications Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment, and techniques for caring for animals, administering medications and maintaining shelter cages, equipment and kennels.
Knowledge of department operations and of general principles of animal control and related regulations.
Ability to operate various animal care equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the position Ability 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 environment Ability to provide the highest level of customer service Minimum Qualifications & Experience General knowledge and experience working with animals.
Special Requirements Must successfully pass a criminal history background check.
Working Conditions & Disclaimer Moderately physical demanding work.
Must be able to lift, carry, pull 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.
Tasks may risk exposure to disease, aggressive animals, and noise extremes, and odors.
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.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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