Adoption Center Technician Job at City of Clovis, CA
Description
DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Animal Services at the Miss Winkles Pet Adoption Center: Perform animal care functions; interact closely with citizens to facilitate the adoption of a dog or cat; clean animal areas and feed animals throughout the day; perform a variety of clerical support duties; and perform related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Positions in this class may work with immediate supervision or independently. Incumbents receive thorough instructions when tasks are initially assigned and after training are expected to perform duties without constant supervision. Positions in this class are expected to make good decisions and judgments when working independently and refer to the supervisor for instruction on matters which do not conform to established instructions, policies, or procedures.
Examples of Duties
Conduct a wide variety of animal care duties and functions; maintain and clean dog and cat living areas regularly; feed and water dogs and cats; greet and interact with citizens; facilitate dog and cat adoptions; show dogs and cats to interested citizens and provide information; administer animal vaccinations; adhere to animal disease and illness management and safety precautions; process and document all animal intake information upon entrance into the facility and update as needed; operate a computer to produce a variety of documents; operate standard office equipment; answer questions and provide service to the public; enter, edit, and retrieve data from the database system; file, answer phones, and write reports; keep accurate records; coordinate inventory and order supplies; participate in the public relations activities of the division; observe safety regulations and safe work practices particularly in the handling of animals and the operation of vehicles; operate city vehicles; may be assigned to work required shift work and weekends; and perform related work as required.
Typical Qualifications
LICENSE REQUIRED
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent and completion of twenty (20) semester college units from an accredited college or university.
And
Experience:
- Six (6) months of experience working with dogs, cats, and/or farm animals.
Hours:
- The position requires the availability to work day and evening shifts, weekdays, and weekends.
Knowledge of:
- Intermediate computer operations;
- Intermediate public communication skills;
- Basic math and record keeping;
- Care and feeding of domestic animals;
- Animal disease and illness;
- Administration of vaccinations;
- Dog behavior and basic dog training skills;
- Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to:
- Work shift work and weekends;
- Operate a computer and related devices using city-installed software;
- Read, understand, and apply moderately difficult materials;
- Understand policies and procedures and apply them without immediate supervision;
- Maintain records;
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
- Work day and evening shifts, weekdays, and weekends;
- Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Strength: Medium work-lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
SELECTION PROCESS
Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Clovis employment application and supplemental questionnaire to the City of Clovis Personnel Office. The position will be open until filled. Applications must be submitted online at www.cityofclovis.com. For additional questions you may contact Personnel at (559) 324-2725. Brief resumes are welcome as a supplement to the City's standard application form; however,
the application form and supplemental questionnaire must be filled out completely to be considered. You may attach your resume at the time of application submission to the attachment section of the application form or submit by fax or hand delivery by the deadline date. A resume only may not be submitted in lieu of a completed employment application to be considered.
Applicants may not attach any additional documents that are not required to their application or submit any other documents by mail, fax, or hand delivery.
Reasonable accommodation, when needed, for otherwise qualified candidates with disabilities, must be requested in writing at the time of application submission. Applicants should not expect to receive notification regarding the status of their application immediately, but will be notified as positions are available and applications are processed.
Applicants must meet each qualification for the position at the time of application submission. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Selection shall be made from those applicants who submit a complete employment application and supplemental questionnaire, meet the position requirements, receive a passing score on an initial application screening and receive a qualifying score on an oral interview, weighted 100%. Examinations and department interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a medical examination, a drug/alcohol screen, and a background investigation. Possession of a valid California driver's license and good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.
Applicants must meet each qualification for the position at the time of application submission. All applications will be reviewed based on the necessary employment standards for the position. Selection shall be made from those applicants who submit a complete employment application and supplemental questionnaire, meet the position requirements, receive a passing score on an initial application screening and receive a qualifying score on an oral interview, weighted 100%. Examinations and department interviews for the position will be administered in the City of Clovis. As determined by the City and at the City's expense, successful candidates shall be required to complete and pass a medical examination, a drug/alcohol screen, and a background investigation. Possession of a valid California driver's license and good driving record will be required prior to hire. Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.
This job flyer does not constitute a contract and its
terms and conditions can change without notice.
THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
terms and conditions can change without notice.
THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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