Recreation Assistant II (Animal Tech Assistant)

RECREATION ASSISTANT II
Animal Tech Assistant
City of Salina, Kansas
Parks & Recreation / Animal Services
Intermittent Part-Time ·  Permanent 

Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov

Our Recreation Assistant II plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being & daily care of our shelter animals, including cleaning enclosures, providing nutritious meals, & creating a clean, safe environment where animals can thrive. This role has a meaningful impact on the lives of animals & their future owners by facilitating adoptions & guiding prospective pet owners through the adoption process with detailed, compassionate information about each animal. Valuable experience is gained in animal handling & skills are developed to monitor animal health closely. All of this is accomplished while working with a supportive, knowledgeable team dedicated to animal welfare & community service.

On-the-Job Training: Our next Recreation Assistant II will receive hands-on training in animal care, shelter operations, & customer service, all while working in a safe & friendly environment. Our experienced team is committed to supporting new employees’ growth & providing guidance in learning best practices for animal handling, health monitoring, & adoption assistance. We prioritize safety, compassion, & teamwork, creating a positive workplace where our employees gain valuable skills & make a meaningful impact on the lives of animals & the community.

Duties:
·  Animal Care: Cleans & provides daily care to animals, ensuring they are healthy, fed, & housed in a clean environment.
·  Adoption Assistance: Supports pet adoptions by helping prospective pet owners, providing information about animals, & facilitating the adoption process.
·  Customer Service: Answers telephone inquiries, assists visitors, & provides excellent customer service to pet owners & the general public.
·  Animal Handling: Safely & humanely restrains animals for various procedures, including medical examinations & vaccinations.
·  Health Monitoring: Observes animals for signs of illness or distress & report any concerns to senior staff.

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience:
·  Previous experience in an animal care or veterinary setting is a plus but not required.
·  Basic computer skills for data entry & record-keeping.
·  Strong telephone & communication skills to effectively interact with the public.

Desired Qualifications:
·  Proficiency in safely restraining animals for various procedures.
·  Maintains a high standard of customer service.
·  Communicates well with Animal Services patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
·  Demonstrates kindness to Animal Services patrons & presents professional attitude at all times.
·  Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

Requirements:
·  Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
·  This is a non-driving position.
·  Must pass a background check.
·  Must have reliable transportation to-and-from work.
·  Must be available to work shifts.
·  Follows scheduling protocols & routinely obtains work schedule.
·  Follows time & attendance guidelines.
·  Adheres to payroll requirements.
·  Attends required trainings & meetings.
·  Reviews posted event calendars.
·  Must be able to follow instructions & adhere to shelter protocols & procedures.
·  Performs all job tasks according to rules, guidelines & expectations of Animal Services Manager.
·  Responds in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.

Work Type:
·  Moderate, exerting up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
·  Capability to stand, walk, & bend for extended periods.

Attitude & Work Ethic:
·  Positive attitude & willingness to learn.
·  Strong work ethic with a commitment to animal welfare.
·  Compassion & kindness toward animals & pet owners are essential.
·  Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.
·  Patience & resilience, especially when dealing with challenging situations or distressed animals.

Hours:
·  Part-time position with 5-25 hours per week.
·  Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends & holidays as needed.

Starting pay: $12.13 – 14.13/hr. DOQ EOE

Application Deadline: Until filled

Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov