P3 Staffing is a proud staffing partner of the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. We are looking to hire experienced Animal Care Technicians to serve in the Hernando County Sheriff's Animal Shelter.
The Animal Care Technician is responsible for:
- Ensuring the well-being and health of the animals under their care.
- Key duties include cleaning and sanitizing cages and kennels to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
- Feeding animals and monitoring their dietary needs.
- Preparing daily enrichment activities to support their mental and physical health.
- This role requires compassion, attention to detail, and a commitment to animal welfare, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
PAY: $15.00 per hour
SCHEDULE: The shelter is open 7 days a week, 7am to 7pm. Candidates looking to apply must have open availability for all 7 days of the week.
HOURS: 40 hours per week, with 2 days off per week.
These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Maintain all kennels, livestock housing, animal runs, floors, hallways and reception area (clean, disinfect, sanitize).
- Launder bedding, toys, supplies, etc.
- Performs manual custodial/housekeeping tasks and preventative maintenance of equipment.
- Provide daily care for all animals housed at the shelter (domestic animals, livestock, and/or exotic animals), including preparing/providing food and fresh water.
- Provide daily animal enrichment services.
- Observes shelter animals and reports signs of illness, aggression, etc.
- Assist with intake of animals to include, chip scan, heartworm test, deworming, vaccinations, check for injuries/illness, evaluation of behavior, and kennel assignment. Records details on each animal (name, weight, food intake, chip number, license number, etc.).
- Participates in special events (on site and/or off-site) to promote animals available for adoption.
- Assists with emergency calls, calls involving a large number of animals, calls requiring additional personnel in the field, and other calls as directed by supervisory personnel.
- At the direction of the Veterinarian and/or the Director, may perform and/or assist with euthanasia.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- During an emergency, the Sheriff will determine who is considered an essential worker to maintain necessary operations of the animal shelter. This determination is subject to change based on staffing and operational needs of the agency.
QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Valid Florida Driver License which must be maintained throughout employment.
- One (1) year of animal handling and/or clerical experience preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years previous work experience. This position is not for someone looking for their first job. Previous work experience is required.
- Successful completion of state required euthanasia certification within one (1) year of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to learn animal shelter operations to include care, common illnesses behavior, impoundment procedures, animal handling equipment, animal safety and sanitation procedures.
- Ability to always use sound judgment and maintain emotional stability while dealing with high stress situations.
- Ability to always maintain a professional demeanor.
- Ability to maintain precise and detailed records of all activities.
- Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with citizens, coworkers, volunteers, rescue groups, etc.
- Ability to effectively operate both shelter management software and commonly used office software and/or programs.
- Ability to demonstrate effective verbal communication and prepare written documents using proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and form.
- Ability to work in an environment that will contain animals, which may be aggressive and/or diseased.
- Ability to work in an environment that may contain fleas, ticks, and/or other parasites.
- Ability to work in an environment where animal euthanasia and storage of deceased animals will occur.
- The animal shelter participates in the local inmate work program and inmates will be on property and always supervised.
- Ability to use euthanasia equipment and chemicals, cleaning and disinfecting chemicals, animal handling equipment, pressure washer, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to transport animals to various locations.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS
- Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Ability to stretch, stoop, bend, kneel, reach and climb frequently.
- Ability to physically control highly active and/or aggressive animals, potentially weighing 80 pounds or more.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
- Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
- Ability to pass a background check. (This position is controlled through the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. Background clearance requirements will be extensive.)
- Ability to pass a drug screening. (This position is controlled through the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. Drug screening requirements will be extensive.)
APPLY TODAY!
1. Click "APPLY" on this on this job posting!
2. Email your resume directly to P3 Staffing for immediate consideration. Please be sure to add "ANIMAL CARE TECH" to the subject line of your email. Resumes can be sent to [email protected].
OR
3. Text "Animal Care" to 727-379-2343 to speak to a P3 Staffing Recruiter
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Animal care: 1 year (Required)
- Previous Work : 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
