Animal Handler B23

Position Summary

Humanely receive, inspect, feed, clean and care for animals housed at the City shelters; prepare and handle animals for impoundment; assist the general public and rescue groups in viewing and selecting adoptable animals; answer questions regarding City ordinances and regulations; assist in the safe and humane handling of animals during euthanasia procedures and perform a variety of tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug / alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks / duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

High School diploma  or GED or successful completion of two (2) WorkKeys® Skills Assessments (listed below); and

Two (2) years of animal care experience.

If applicant does not possess a valid High School diploma or GED,  WorkKeys® skills assessments must be successfully completed by the prospective candidate in order to apply for this position. Click here for information on how to schedule a Workkeys® assessment. Workkeys® assessment scores needed for this position are as follows :

• Workplace documents with a minimum score of Level 4
• Graphic Literacy with a minimum score of Level 4

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

May be required to work weekends / holidays / odd days off / shift work

Preferred Knowledge

Preferred Skills & Abilities