Animal Care Technician

This position must first be proficient as an Animal Care Technician (ACT), as being required to perform in that capacity is expected, and a priority when necessary. When not performing as an ACT, the employee in this position will be an Office Assistant. This is an Essential Personnel Position and attendance is required during all weather extremes or environmental emergencies, to care for animals in the Shelter. Receives direction from and reports to the Animal Shelter Director.

The Animal Care Technician (ACT) is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary facility for animals and people in accordance with all statutes, ordinances, and regulations pursuant to the operation of pounds and the sheltering of animals. Lawful, proper, and humane care of animals shall be their primary responsibility. Assures all animals' nutrition, sanitary housing and basic medical needs are met on a daily basis. Proper performance of duties is essential to preserve the health of animals and to prevent the spread of disease within the shelter. Assists the public when reclaiming, adopting or admitting animals and promotes responsible pet ownership in conversations with customers. The Animal Care Technician-Office Assistant works a rotating schedule of weekdays, weekends, and holidays.