ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Salary: $18.84 - $23.62 Hourly
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39604
Department: Administration and Regulatory Affairs
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Central


POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Posting Number: 39604

Department: Administration and Regulatory Affairs

Division: BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions/Kennel

Reporting Location: 2700 Evella St, Houston, TX

Workdays & Hours: Saturday - Wednesday 8AM to 5PM * Subject to Change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides humane care for the shelter animals and maintains facilities. Frequently uses animal control, care and management software to document activities in held, shelter and office setting.
RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Cleans and disinfects kennels, wards, cages, equipment, runs and other areas of the facility. Checks and maintains supply levels; make simple observations regarding sickness and/or injury.
• Humanely handles and kennels all animals and adenitises shelter animals with appropriate tags or bands before kenneling. This includes animals which may be ill, injured, quarantined or aggressive.
• Provides food, water and proper care of all shelter animals by adhering to schedules and protocols within departmental policy.
• Provides vaccination, micro chipping, FIV/FEV testing and treatment of all shelter animals.
• Monitors all animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined, for signs of illness or unusual behavior; makes notations and reports problems regarding heal than behavior of animals of the Animal Care Supervisor and/or Veterinary Medical staff.
• Performs the euthanasia of animals by injecting selected animals with controlled substances, in accordance with established laws and departmental policy; disposes of the euthanized animal.
• Maintains accurate and legible case fi\es and records for each animal in shelter; uses a computer to input, update and access information regarding shelter animals and to produce written documents.
• Provides information and assists the public in search of lost or adoptable pets.
• May assist BARC management, the veterinary staff and other individuals in animal care, surgery or related procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires extensive, near continuous physical exertion such as repeated lifting of very heavy objects (more than80\bs.) depending, climbing steps and/or assuming awkward positions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:
Requires a high school diploma or a GED.


EXPERIENCE:
One year of general work experience preferred.
Certification : Must obtain an Euthanasia Certification within one year of employment in job classification.


LICENSE
A valid Texas Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES


**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
PAY GRADE: 11
APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at:

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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

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01


Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02


Which best describes your education?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Beyond
• None of the Above

03


How many years of general work experience do you have ?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year-2 years
• 2 years -3 years
• more than 3 years
• None of the above

04


Are you willing to obtain an euthanasia certification within 12 months of employment?

• Yes
• No

05


Are you willing to work weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

06


Which of the following have you worked in before? (Check all that apply)

• Pet Store
• Veterinary Clinic
• Zoo
• Wildlife Center
• Farm
• Grooming
• Boarding
• Lab
• School Program
• None of the above

07


Briefly describe your duties/responsibilities while working in either of the facilities mentioned in question#6above. (Note: "See Resume" or N/A reference will not be accepted as a satisfactory response to this question).
08


Have you ever worked for City of Houston as an employee or temp?

• Yes
• No

09


Are you willing to handle and train animals using positive reinforcement techniques?

• Yes
• No

10


Are you willing to handle fearful or aggressive animals as trained?

• Yes
• No

11


Are you willing to Vaccinate, microchip and perform blood draws?

• Yes
• No

12


Are you willing to spend 8-10 hours a day on your feet and walking over 30 days every morning with in 3-hour period?

• Yes
• No

13


Do you have a valid Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

• Yes
• No

Required Question