Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required at the time of hire or for the continuation of employment. - Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED. Two (2) years hands-on experience working in a shelter, rescue or other closely related facility (preferred).
- A valid driver’s license.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: - Working knowledge in care and treatment of animals.
- Ability to recognize possibility of illnesses.
- Ability to deal with animals of all breed and temperaments, have no fear of animals and no extreme allergies.
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with the public.
- Ability to take control of situations in a responsible manner.
- Ability to comprehend, retain and apply County, State, and Federal policies and legislation, i.e. local ordinances, procedure manuals, SDS sheets, safety manuals; and warning labels.
- Ability to operate various types of equipment – standard office equipment, computer and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a professional and friendly manner with customers, citizens, co-workers and management.
- Ability to communicate in both written and verbal form.
- Ability to develop, interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence, Federal, State, and local regulations, SDS sheets, safety manuals, operating and repair manuals, etc; and warning labels.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to respond to complaints and grievances posed by the public.
- Ability to define problems and deal with a variety of situations.
- Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
- Ability to use good judgment and effectively solve problems.
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