Animal Care Attendant - PT

Animal Care Attendant - PT Salary $22.09 - $29.02 Hourly Location Irvine, CA Job Type Part-Time Job Number 04098 Department Community & Library Services Opening Date 03/31/2026 Closing Date 4/7/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Description The City of Irvine seeks candidates to provide daily care and enrichment for shelter animals. Candidates will assist with adoption counseling, behavioral assessments of shelter animals, and customer service. This position is Part-time, up to 19 hours per week. Future vacancies may be filled through this recruitment. The ideal candidates possess a high school diploma or equivalent and some experience caring for or handling animals, preferably at an animal shelter. Part-time Hourly Range Office Assistant III - $22.09 - $29.02

Hours :

Varying shifts, Monday through Sunday, up to 19 hours a week. Weekend and holiday availability required. For more information, please see the Animal Care Attendant flier . Your Team The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine's five values of Humility , Innovation , Empathy , Passion , and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day. The Community & Library Services Department provides exceptional service, innovative programs, and diverse cultural experiences in vibrant and sustainable spaces. The department consists of the following award-winning programs and services: Human Services; Community Parks, Outreach and Open Space; Aquatics; Athletics and Great Park Operations; Reservation, Program Services and Special Events Permits Division; Irvine Animal Care Center; Administration and Business Services; and Library Services and Arts. The Process Find more information in the Animal Care Attendant job description.

I nterview:

After a thorough review of applications, those candidates deemed most qualified as reflected in their application will be invited to an interview.

Background Check :

A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to appointment.

Medical Examination:

A medical examination will be conducted, including a drug screening and proof of a negative TB test to ensure the ability to perform assigned duties.

Please note:

Although Proposition 64 legalized the personal use of marijuana in California, marijuana is a prohibited substance in the workplace. Marijuana detected in pre-employment drug screening may result in disqualification from employment based on applicable laws.

Future Vacancies:

This recruitment may be used to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization. Part-time employees are employed "at will" and their services can be discontinued without cause. Certain City budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions. A qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.