Animal Shelter Kennel Attendant

Job Brief We are seeking one or two dedicated Animal Shelter Kennel Attendant(s) with a strong work ethic and passion for animal welfare to help with the daily operations of our non

• profit animal shelter in Ogdensburg, NY.

This primarily includes the duties of primary animal care including feeding, cleaning and sanitizing all animal contact areas and general shelter facilities, as well assisting in maintaining the general quality of life for our animals. The duties shall be performed in compliance with the

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Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the current NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets Article 26C Regulation of Animal Shelters. All work shall be performed under the supervision of the Animal Shelter Manager, or others as designated. Duties/Responsibilities  Provide and/or replace food and water once or twice daily, depending upon hired working capacity. Document the eating and drinking habits and/or irregularities of each animal electronically, i.e. on a

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computer tablet. This may include special requirements as needed on an individual animal basis.  Document electronically the waste elimination habits and/or irregularities of each animal.  Hold primary responsibility for the cleaning, disposal and sanitizing of the cage/kennel space, associated dishes, toys, beds, etc. and all areas of the shelter facility.  Manage and proactively work with the Sheler Manager to maintain supplies of food, treats, linens. cleaning products, and related supplies.  Clean and launder animal linens, fabric beds, and facility linens.  Perform animal housing and general facility cleaning on a daily basis.  Perform animal housing and animal contact area disinfection on a weekly basis.  Perform animal housing and animal contact area decontamination, as needed, resulting from incidental animal viral and bacterial infections.  Assist the Shelter Manager in the provision of in-house medical treatment.  Assist in the transportation of animals for shelter transfer, veterinarian care and/or public events via the

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van.  Assist

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staff, as needed, to observe, monitor and electronically document activity, behavior, irregularities and/or concerns. Proactively relay any concerns with the Shelter Manager. Qualifications  Proven work experience in related animal care and management, preferably in a shelter environment  Proficiency in computer and software skills  Documented experience and skills in animal care and management  Ability to handle animals safely and humanely  Strong communication skills  NYS Driver's License is preferred but not required Benefits  Paid time off

• vacation, sick, holidays (9) Additional Information 

Job Title:

Animal Shelter Kennel Attendant 

Work Environment:

This role operates in an animal shelter's interior and exterior environments. Physical activities include lifting, and/or assisting in lifting, heavy items and interacting with animals of various sizes and temperaments. 

Reporting Structure:

Reports to the Shelter Manager. 

Pay Rate:

Hourly pay rate of $16.00 to $16.50/hour based upon candidate experience and qualifications 

Location:

6718 State Highway 68, Ogdensburg, NY 13669 

Employment Type:

Non-exempt. full-time (40 hours/week) service is preferred but part-time (20 hours/week) service will be considered and hired to the extent it meets required care SOPs. A full-time candidate's work week will generally include five days/week the

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is "Open for Business", i.e. Tuesday through Saturday. A part-time candidate's work week will generally include the two days the

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is not "Open for Business", i.e. Sunday and Monday, as well as the two days before, after, or straddling Sundays and Mondays. Candidates will be selected based on their demonstrated and committed ability and flexibility to ensure the combination of new and existing staff will meet the related

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SOPs and NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Article 26C Standards throughout the entire. 

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran or disability status. 

Application Instructions:

Submit your resume, cover letter and three objective references with contact information outlining your qualifications and experience. Mail a 2 nd copy to St. Lawrence Valley SPCA, Inc., PO Box 594,

Ogdensburg, NY Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00

• $16.50 per hour Expected hours: 20.0
• 40.

0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person Animal Shelter Kennel Attendant 6718 State Highway 68, Ogdensburg, NY 13669 $16.00

• $16.50 an hour
• Part-time, Full-time $16.00
• $16.50 an hour
• Part-time, Full-time Job Brief We are seeking one or two dedicated Animal Shelter Kennel Attendant(s) with a strong work ethic and passion for animal welfare to help with the daily operations of our non
• profit animal shelter in Ogdensburg, NY.

This primarily includes the duties of primary animal care including feeding, cleaning and sanitizing all animal contact areas and general shelter facilities, as well assisting in maintaining the general quality of life for our animals. The duties shall be performed in compliance with the

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Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the current NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets Article 26C Regulation of Animal Shelters. All work shall be performed under the supervision of the Animal Shelter Manager, or others as designated. Duties/Responsibilities  Provide and/or replace food and water once or twice daily, depending upon hired working capacity. Document the eating and drinking habits and/or irregularities of each animal electronically, i.e. on a

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computer tablet. This may include special requirements as needed on an individual animal basis.  Document electronically the waste elimination habits and/or irregularities of each animal.  Hold primary responsibility for the cleaning, disposal and sanitizing of the cage/kennel space, associated dishes, toys, beds, etc. and all areas of the shelter facility.  Manage and proactively work with the Sheler Manager to maintain supplies of food, treats, linens. cleaning products, and related supplies.  Clean and launder animal linens, fabric beds, and facility linens.  Perform animal housing and general facility cleaning on a daily basis.  Perform animal housing and animal contact area disinfection on a weekly basis.  Perform animal housing and animal contact area decontamination, as needed, resulting from incidental animal viral and bacterial infections.  Assist the Shelter Manager in the provision of in-house medical treatment.  Assist in the transportation of animals for shelter transfer, veterinarian care and/or public events via the

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van.  Assist

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staff, as needed, to observe, monitor and electronically document activity, behavior, irregularities and/or concerns. Proactively relay any concerns with the Shelter Manager. Qualifications  Proven work experience in related animal care and management, preferably in a shelter environment  Proficiency in computer and software skills  Documented experience and skills in animal care and management  Ability to handle animals safely and humanely  Strong communication skills  NYS Driver's License is preferred but not required Benefits  Paid time off

• vacation, sick, holidays (9) Additional Information 

Job Title:

Animal Shelter Kennel Attendant 

Work Environment:

This role operates in an animal shelter's interior and exterior environments. Physical activities include lifting, and/or assisting in lifting, heavy items and interacting with animals of various sizes and temperaments. 

Reporting Structure:

Reports to the Shelter Manager. 

Pay Rate:

Hourly pay rate of $16.00 to $16.50/hour based upon candidate experience and qualifications 

Location:

6718 State Highway 68, Ogdensburg, NY 13669 

Employment Type:

Non-exempt. full-time (40 hours/week) service is preferred but part-time (20 hours/week) service will be considered and hired to the extent it meets required care SOPs. A full-time candidate's work week will generally include five days/week the

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is "Open for Business", i.e. Tuesday through Saturday. A part-time candidate's work week will generally include the two days the

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is not "Open for Business", i.e. Sunday and Monday, as well as the two days before, after, or straddling Sundays and Mondays. Candidates will be selected based on their demonstrated and committed ability and flexibility to ensure the combination of new and existing staff will meet the related

SLV SPCA

SOPs and NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Article 26C Standards throughout the entire. 

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran or disability status. 

Application Instructions:

Submit your resume, cover letter and three objective references with contact information outlining your qualifications and experience. Mail a 2 nd copy to St. Lawrence Valley SPCA, Inc., PO Box 594,

Ogdensburg, NY Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.00

• $16.50 per hour Expected hours: 20.0
• 40.

0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person