Animal Care Attendant

Click here to learn more about the Tehama County Animal Care Center. Tehama County is looking for a compassionate and driven individual who has experience with animals of different species and has knowledge of animal care and behavior. The ideal candidate must also have experience with cleaning and sanitation, including a strong attention to detail for the health and safety of the animals in our care. They must also demonstrate good judgment when making decisions, communicate effectively orally and in writing, and work cooperatively as part of a team. SALARY (B-E Steps)

Animal Care Attendant:

$ 17.23 - $19.95 Hourly/$1,378.40 - $1,596.00

Biweekly Position Description:

Under direction of the Animal Care Specialist and the Animal Care Center Manager, performs a combination of kennel and animal care work, with an emphasis on kennel cleaning and sanitation. Includes maintaining clean and sanitary conditions, handling domestic animals (including livestock); cleaning kennels, cages and pens; animal care (including assisting with medical care); and working with volunteers. Provides information and assistance to the general public. Performs related work as required. Cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, play yards, vehicles, equipment, and other areas of the shelter. Feeds, waters, and cares for all animals at the shelter. Handles animals humanely and effectively under stressful situations, including bathing, grooming, and medical treatment. Handles frightened, fractious, and injured animals humanely. Safely handles and transports animals from the Animal Care Center to a veterinary clinic or another shelter as needed. Click here to view the full classification specification. Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. One (1) year experience in customer service. Environmental experience around animals is preferred. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

License & Special Requirements:

Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The Department is recruiting for multiple vacancies. In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for an Animal Care Attendant, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list. New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step. Please submit ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For questions about this recruitment please contact: Vanessa Sciaretta | (530) 527-4504 | vsciaretta@tehama.gov All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE

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