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Animal Care Technician

County of San Luis Obispo -
San Luis Obispo, CA

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Job Details

Permanent | Part-time | Full-time
$46,966.40 - $62,961.60 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Animal Care Technician

Salary

$46,966.40 - $62,961.60 Annually

Location

San Luis Obispo, CA

Job Type

Permanent - Hourly

Job Number

0726PM-001420-01

Department

Health Agency

Division

Health Agency - Public Health

Opening Date

07/28/2026

Closing Date

8/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Benefits
Questions

About the Position

Animal Services is currently recruiting for a permanent Part-Time Animal Care Technician!

Under supervision, receives, processes, and cares for stray, impounded and surrendered animals; and maintains the Animal Shelter facility in a clean and orderly condition; and performs other related work as required. This position will work 20-22 hours per week, primarily weekday mornings and will include some Sundays.

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties

(Not in order of importance)

Feeds and cares for sheltered and impounded animals; cleans animal pens and cages
Maintains Animal Shelter facility, related grounds, and equipment in a clean, safe and orderly condition
Processes animal shelter intakes and releases
Administers vaccinations and microchips in accordance with prescribed procedures; and as assigned, administers medications to sheltered animals. Generates records related to animal intakes and outcomes
Maintain the daily inventory of shelter and animal care supplies
Segregates, quarantines and prepares animals suspected of having rabies for laboratory analysis
Conducts routine maintenance and minor repairs to shelter facilities (materials and equipment)

The list of eligible candidates created from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time/part-time permanent, temporary, limited term, on-call or substitute vacancies in the department.

Click Here to view the full job description.

The Ideal Candidate

Ability to:

Understand and follow oral and written directions
Maintain records and prepare reports
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, fellow employees and those contacted in the course of the work.
Properly care for and handle various breeds of animals
Communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
Work effectively in an environment that requires calm temperament and composure when dealing with stressful or emotionally difficult situations
Work effectively in a physically demanding environment that requires exertion and stamina when performing duties such as moving or exercising animals
Respond to and control aggressive animals
Maintain a safe and orderly work area

Education and Experience

Graduation from High School or possession of a G.E.D certificate.

Licenses and Certificates

Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver's license will be required at the time of appointment.

How to Apply

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

Your attached resume will not substitute for the completion of the application. Please complete all required fields and supplemental questions.

Be advised that while use of AI is common practice, we want to see your individual style and critical thinking skills in your answers to the supplemental questions.?

Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail [email protected] for more information.

Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.

Make a Difference
Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference.

Compensation and Benefits
Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package.

In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail [email protected].

For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link).

Some benefits include:

Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
Free visits to the employee health clinic
Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
Optional deferred compensation plan
Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
Paid personal, sick and vacation days
12 paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Education and Wellness Allowance
Post Employment Health Plan
Family Friendly workplace policies
Flexible work schedule options
Rideshare commuter benefits
Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.

Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates:
The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at (805) 781-5465.

Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions:
The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or ‘cafeteria’ contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages.

To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link).

Learning and Development
The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings.

Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include:

Emotional Intelligence
Supervisor/Manager academies
Microsoft Suite courses
Defensive Driving
Financial management
Retirement preparedness
Teambuilding
Written Communication
Conflict Management
Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
Job specific conferences/trainings

Student Loan Forgiveness
Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans.

Homebuyer assistance program
Employees have access to the “Assist-to-Own” program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.

Do you possess a High School diploma or G.E.D certificate?

Please briefly describe your experience working with animals in a shelter or veterinary setting.

Required Question

Employer

County of San Luis Obispo

Address

1055 Monterey Street
Suite D-250
San Luis Obispo, California, 93408

Phone

805-781-5959

Website

http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/

About the Position

Typical Tasks and Representative Duties

(Not in order of importance)

Feeds and cares for sheltered and impounded animals; cleans animal pens and cages
Maintains Animal Shelter facility, related grounds, and equipment in a clean, safe and orderly condition
Processes animal shelter intakes and releases
Administers vaccinations and microchips in accordance with prescribed procedures; and as assigned, administers medications to sheltered animals. Generates records related to animal intakes and outcomes
Maintain the daily inventory of shelter and animal care supplies
Segregates, quarantines and prepares animals suspected of having rabies for laboratory analysis
Conducts routine maintenance and minor repairs to shelter facilities (materials and equipment)

The list of eligible candidates created from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time/part-time permanent, temporary, limited term, on-call or substitute vacancies in the department.

Click Here to view the full job description.

The Ideal Candidate

Ability to:

Understand and follow oral and written directions
Maintain records and prepare reports
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, fellow employees and those contacted in the course of the work.
Properly care for and handle various breeds of animals
Communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing
Work effectively in an environment that requires calm temperament and composure when dealing with stressful or emotionally difficult situations
Work effectively in a physically demanding environment that requires exertion and stamina when performing duties such as moving or exercising animals
Respond to and control aggressive animals
Maintain a safe and orderly work area

Education and Experience

Graduation from High School or possession of a G.E.D certificate.

Licenses and Certificates

How to Apply

Your attached resume will not substitute for the completion of the application. Please complete all required fields and supplemental questions.

Be advised that while use of AI is common practice, we want to see your individual style and critical thinking skills in your answers to the supplemental questions.?

Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
Free visits to the employee health clinic
Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
Optional deferred compensation plan
Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
Paid personal, sick and vacation days
12 paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Education and Wellness Allowance
Post Employment Health Plan
Family Friendly workplace policies
Flexible work schedule options
Rideshare commuter benefits
Pet Insurance

Emotional Intelligence
Supervisor/Manager academies
Microsoft Suite courses
Defensive Driving
Financial management
Retirement preparedness
Teambuilding
Written Communication
Conflict Management
Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC
Job specific conferences/trainings

Apply Now

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