Animal Care Officer

Definition: Under the direction of the Shelter Supervisors, provide animal care and ensure the welfare of animals at the AC&C shelters. Create a happy and healthy environment for both animals and AC&C's internal and external customers.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide basic animal care and welfare, including food, water, bedding and toys.
• Thoroughly clean and properly sanitize cages and areas of shelter as assigned, according to AC&C policy and procedure.
• Walk and interact with animals on a regular basis.
• Observe behavior, illness and any injury of an animal.
• Restrain animals for exams and euthanasia.
• Secure aggressive animals, as needed
• As directed by medical staff or supervisor, provide pre-surgery care and preparation to animals.
• Conduct lost and found tours with members of the public.
• Work cooperatively with AC&C volunteers and partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum one year of animal care experience.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Valid and current NYS Driver's License preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Love of animals and ability to interact with them in a calm, non-threatening manner.
• Reliability, high level of integrity and punctuality are essential.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment and follow directions.

Work Environment: Ability to work in an animal care facility where euthanasia is performed. Ability to remain calm and assertive in stressful situations.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently exposed to odors or airborne particles including animal fur and toxic chemicals. The noise level in the environment can be very loud. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Reports to: Kennel Supervisor.

Overtime: This is a union position and is eligible for overtime.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other related duties to meet the on-going needs of the organization.

Animal Care & Control of New York City is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, or sexual orientation. Accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals requiring them.