PT Animal Care Technician

Murphy, NC - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 18 - 20

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

The City of Murphy redefines the local government experience for its employees citizens and businesses; disrupting the perception of what municipal government is. We do this under the banner of being One City One Team of public servants committed to exceptional service delivery by honoring our core values of being C.O.O.L.

RespeCtful by providing considerate and thoughtful service to a diverse City with the goal of maintaining an inclusive atmosphere that fosters collaboration and innovation.
ProfessiOnal by being knowledgeable competent and efficient in service to all with the goal of maintaining high standards of behavior and work ethic while elevating each other as a Murphy team in efforts to deliver high-quality outcomes.
TrustwOrthy by delivering service in an open honest and timely manner with the goal of fostering trust in all our relationships by maintaining integrity and high levels of accountability.
FriendLy by committing to a harmonious engaging and positive work environment with the goal of providing exceptional service to our internal and external customers.

Are you a COOL individual looking for a COOL place to work This might be the place for you and the COOLest job youve ever had!

The City of MurphyPolice Departmentseeks to add an Animal Care Technician (Part-Time)to its dynamic team! As our Animal Care Technician under general supervision you will provide care for shelter animals including feeding watering exercising grooming and cleaning cages and kennels. You will also monitor and observe animals for signs of illness injury or aggression as well as provide customer support as needed.

Schedule Commitment
This is a FLSA non-exempt position that works a part-time rotating shift including weekends and holidays.

Pay Plan

This opportunity is non-exempt and budgeted on Pay Grade #23.
The pay plan range below is shown to represent opportunities for growth and development within this opportunity. We are seeking to hire between the Min to Mid-range of the pay grade shown dependent upon qualifications.

Min$37837.80
Mid$45405.36
Max$52972.92

For application support or to check the status of your application contact Human Resources by e-mailing

Posting Closure Notice
The City of Murphy may modify withdraw or close any job posting at any time without prior notice. This includes removing a position from consideration once a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been received or if business needs change. We encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible to ensure consideration.

Examples of Duties

Assist customers with animal adoptions answer questions and escort as needed.
Receive evaluate and intake animals left at the shelter according to established procedures.
Provide daily care for all animals including feeding cleaning and monitoring behavior and health.
Report animal conditions and implement precautionary measures to prevent disease.
Mix and apply deodorizers and disinfectants according to label directions.
Clean and disinfect animal pens floors and related areas regularly.
Assist with euthanasia disposal of deceased animals and maintenance of pathological incinerator.
Perform minor repairs and maintenance to shelter facilities and equipment.
Provide office support data entry report preparation and answering incoming calls.
Respond to public requests for deceased animal removal from streets homes and veterinary clinics.
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds (animals feed cages carcasses).
Stand bend and pursue stray animals when necessary.
Maintain cleanliness of offices restrooms storage areas counters and windows.
Maintain courteous and effective communication with the public other City employees and officials.
Identify report and correct unsafe conditions within the shelter and its grounds.
Work at shelter events and during nights weekends and holidays as required.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Supplemental Information

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

6 months of experience working with animals in a shelter kennel veterinary clinic or related setting
Experience with facility cleaning and maintenance
Customer service experience in a public-facing role

Required Experience:

Job DescriptionThe City of Murphy redefines the local government experience for its employees citizens and businesses; disrupting the perception of what municipal government is. We do this under the banner of being One City One Team of public servants committed to exceptional service delivery by hon...