Shelter Attendant

Shelter Dog Caretaker

The work involves responsibility for handling, controlling and caring for dogs in a shelter environment. The work is sometimes physically demanding or hazardous when it is performed during inclement weather or involves vicious dogs. General supervision is received from the Shelter Supervisor. Supervision is not a function of this class. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities

• Maintains records relating to daily care of dogs at shelter, as well as documentation of all incoming and/or transferred dogs.
• Communicates with Dog Control Officers or others about injured or sick dogs needing medical attention.
• Communicates with Dog Control Officers or others about dogs that are dropped off at the shelter.
• Communicates with partner agencies that may oversee the adoption of dogs to new owners.
• May take appropriate action regarding sick or injured domestic animals other than dogs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the laws and ordinances of the State of New York and City of Syracuse relating to the licensing and control of dogs and other animals.
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of caring for dogs.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare and maintain written material.

Minimum Qualifications

None.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan

The Affirmative Action Policy of the City of Syracuse is to provide equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, age (18 and over), marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual or affectional preference or orientation, or any other classified group within the protected class. The City also complies with 31 CFR part 51. If you have a disability for which you wish special accommodation to be made, contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the successful completion of a background check and/or drug screen.