Animal Care Technician

Animal Care Technician Salary $15.41 - $17.72 Hourly Location 5570 Sturmer Park Circle, Winston-Salem, NC Job Type Full Time Job Number 08896 Department Animal Services Opening Date 05/27/2026 Closing Date 6/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions General Statement of Duties Great opportunity to work in the Forsyth County Animal Shelter where you will be responsible for the daily cleaning of kennels and related work areas as well as the care of shelter animals of all kinds. Additionally, this position involves computer data entry and record keeping into both Microsoft Office products and a specialized shelter related computer program in a timely and accurate manner. This position will assist in rabies clinics, including administering vaccinations. Animal Care Technicians must professionally interact with both internal staff members, external agencies, and the general public on a daily basis, assist Shelter Management as necessary and adhere to the NC Animal Welfare Act and Forsyth County policies in regard to shelter operations. An employee in this class would display excellent customer service skills, must be able to professionally interact daily with co-workers and other county employees as well as employees of the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Enforcement Division which shares the same facility. This position requires strict attention to detail and part of the job will require data entry/electronic and paper record keeping through an internal Records Management System and Microsoft Office products. This position must complete the rabies pre-exposure vaccination series at the expense of the County and within six months of start date, the following certifications must be obtained: North Carolina state certifications as a Certified Rabies Vaccinator (CRV). Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated through employee conferences and observation. The Animal Care Technician's work four (4) ten (10) hour days each week. The hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Distinguishing Features The ideal candidate has the following knowledge skills and abilities: Ability to work within the rules of the NC Animal Welfare Act and state and local laws related to the responsible care of animals. Knowledge of the proper care and treatment of animals, including safe handling procedures. Ability to maintain professional and effective working relationships with other employees. Ability to professionally interact with the public, ability to display tact and courtesy while providing quality customer service. Ability to communicate effectively both in person and by telephone. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to properly clean kennels and work areas. Ability to reasonably read an animal's temperament. Ability to handle animals professionally and responsibly without bias and exercising emotional intelligence. Ability to lift 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-25lbs frequently or up to 10lbs constantly. Minimum Education and Experience High school graduate or equivalent. Ability to read and write information relevant to performing the work and the ability to work with animals and people. One year of experience working with animals and/or one year of experience in customer service preferred.

Special Requirements:

Must complete rabies pre-exposure vaccination series (provided by the county). Within six months of employment must become certified as a rabies vaccinator. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Clean kennels where animals, to include animals other than dogs and cats, are housed on a constant basis ensuring at any given time there is a clean kennel available for animals being brought into the facility. Transfer animals in the computer system to animal welfare agencies that also provide rescue services. This may include physically moving aggressive and/or sick animals with a catchpole when necessary. Assist with euthanasia as needed. Feed and water animals on a regular basis. Give vaccinations, typically during rabies clinics and under supervision of authorized individuals, to animals once certification is obtained. Perform accurate computer data entry, research and record keeping. Participate in North Carolina state inspections when required and in disaster training and response when needed. Attend training classes when necessary to further job knowledge and skill set. Work directly with Shelter Management to see that department goals are met or exceeded. Follow specific cleaning protocols ensuring workspaces are clean and always organized. Perform related work as required by supervision. Click to view Full Time with Benefits information. Click to view Part Time with Benefits information. These links do not apply to positions that are Part Time, no benefits. 01 The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions. Yes I understand and agree No I do not agree 02 Which best describes your highest level of completed education? Did not finish High School High School Diploma or GED Some college Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 03 Do you possess the ability to read and write information relevant to performing the work? Yes No 04 Which best describes your computer skills? Beginner Intermediate Advanced 05 Please describe your level of comfort handling all types of animals in a professional manner. Not comfortable at all Somewhat comfortable Extremely comfortable 06 How many years of professional experience do you have working with animals? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 years or more 07 Please describe your professional experience working with animals. If you have no experience, please write "N/A". 08 How many years of customer service experience do you have? None Less than 1 year 1 to 3 years 3 years or more 09 Please describe your customer service experience. If you have no experience, please write "N/A". 10 Do you have knowledge of animal behaviour, animal diseases and treatment, animal husbandry and proper handling of animals? Yes No 11 If selected for position would you be willing to complete rabies pre-exposure vaccination series? Yes No 12 Are you willing to become certified as a Rabies Vaccinator within six months of being hired? Yes No 13 The Forsyth County Animal Shelter is a seven day per week operation. Are you available to work weekends, holidays and evenings as assigned? Yes No Required Question Employer Forsyth County (NC) Address 201 N. Chestnut St. Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101 Phone 336-703-2400 Website http://www.forsyth.cc