Animal Care Attendant
Animal Care Attendant
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$ 16 - 22
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Job Description
WHY JOIN #TEAMRC
- Were hiring for Animal Care Attendants! Join the Animal Care Team and help support the health and well-being of animals in our community.Location: Central Park 11200 Base Line Road Rancho Cucamonga CA 91701
Please join us at our hiring event details below.
Date: Saturday May 24 2025
Time: 10am - 2pm
Come prepared!- Bring an updated resume and be ready for an on-site interview.
- Please note: the hiring fair may end early if all positions are filled.
- Selected candidates may receive on-the spot job offers and instructions to begin the Citys background check process.
- We highly encourage you to submit an application ahead of time however walk-ins are welcome during the event.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING HERE AT TEAM RC
This position might be perfect for you if:
- You excel at customer service and communicating with people from all walks of life.
- You bring a positive can-do attitude and take pride in doing your best every day.
- You thrive in a fast-paced ever-changing environment where multitasking is a must.
- Youre compassionate and empatheticboth toward animals and the people who love them.
- Youre confident and calm when safely handling animals of all sizes temperaments and species.
- You seek out the shy senior or overlooked pets just as quickly as the energetic puppies.
- You dont shy away from cleaning kennels washing dishes or folding laundryits part of excellent animal care.
- You believe in and reflect the core values of the Animal Center in your daily work.
Must have the ability to work weekends evenings and holidays and on-call basis.
Youll be responsible for:
- Cleaning and disinfecting cages and interacting with a variety of animals including domestic exotic and wildlife.
- General housekeeping; washing dishes and laundry; maintaining a clean and orderly work environment; keeping the facilities and equipment in good working order.
- Assisting members of the public with general inquiries and finding lost and found pets.
- Communicating medical and behavior needs of specific animals to management staff.
- Safely handling a variety of breeds and species of animals with various temperaments and needs.
- Interacting with our rockstar volunteers.
- Maintaining animal inventory and supply inventory.
This eligibility list may be used to fill current and/or future part-time Animal Care Attendant vacancies.For more information regarding the Animal Care Attendant position including pay range please visit the job description here.
ARE YOU QUALIFIED
Education and/or Experience:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Some experience in basic custodial or maintenance duties and in working with domestic animals is desirable.
License or Certificate:
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California drivers license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Various breeds of dogs cats and other domestic animals; basic characteristics of animal behavior; care techniques; customer service techniques; procedures related to kennel cleaning and maintenance of facilities; record keeping procedures; occupational hazards and safe work practices related to animal care;
Operate cleaning equipment and other tools used in the maintenance of kennels; handle animals in a safe and efficient manner; learn understand and interpret rules and regulations governing the impounding and release of animals; recognize normal and abnormal animal behavior; prepare and maintain accurate and complete records; work independently in the absence of supervision; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Special Requirements:
Ability to work weekends evenings and holidays and on-call basis.
WHERE DO YOU GO FROM HERE
APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants are required to apply online at.This position will close on Wednesday June 4 2025 at 5:00 pmor until a sufficient number of applications have been received.Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to completed application form as supplemental information and will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process. All candidates will be notified of their application status by email throughout the recruitment process. Candidates invited to compete in the examination process who successfully pass the examination process will be place on an eligibility list. The candidate on the eligibility list who most closely meets the requirements of the City may be selected to receive a final offer. The City may conclude that none of the candidates even those who meet the minimum qualifications are appropriate for the position.
Successful candidates shall be required to:- Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established and
- Provide proof of a valid California drivers license and be insurable; and
- Pass a pre-employment medical exam
If hired candidate will be required to complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America and furnish proof certifying legal authorization to work in the United States.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga Participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In accordance the City will provide the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information regarding E-Verify the Federal Governments online employment eligibility verification system please visit .
Disclaimers
The City of Rancho Cucamonga is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In addition the City of Rancho Cucamonga abides by a nepotism policy which may preclude you from being hired if the City employs a relative. The City of Rancho Cucamonga makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make direct requests for accommodation to Human Resources. For information on Employee Rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act please clickhere. There is a no smoking policy in effect in all City Offices and vehicles. Finally please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at Applicants may wish to visit the Citys official website atfor more information.
Employment Type
Part-Time
