Animal Care Technician

Salary : $46,030.40 - $64,812.80 Annually
Location : ANIMAL SHELTER 14041 Elsworth Street, Moreno Valley, CA
Job Type: Full-time Career
Job Number: 2026-00013
Department: Community Development Department
Division: Animal Services
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/10/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Description
PAWS, wait a minute! Apply to be the next Animal Care Technician!

The City of Moreno Valley is searching for our next best hire who is paw-sitive and paw-ssionate towards animals!

Status: Full-Time, Non-exempt
Schedule: 9/80, varied days, must be available to work weekends and holidays

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Animal Care Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the well-being of animals at the shelter. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the feeding, care, and treatment of animals, including administering medications to the sick and injured. The technician will perform intake procedures, such as recording animal data, administering vaccinations, and conducting preliminary health assessments. This role involves hands-on work, including cleaning animal holding areas, preparing food, and ensuring a safe environment for both animals and shelter staff. Public interaction is also a key aspect, as the technician will assist individuals in locating lost pets or adopting new animals. The role requires handling sick, injured, or aggressive animals and performing humane euthanasia when necessary, adhering to city policies and procedures

JOB DESCRIPTIONS
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OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for the Animal Care Technician position is someone with a compassionate heart and a genuine love for animals. They should possess practical knowledge of animal care practices, including safe handling, feeding, and medication techniques. Familiarity with state, county, and local laws regarding animal control and protection is essential. The candidate should be adept at handling animals of various sizes and temperaments, with the ability to perform tasks confidently and safely. Strong communication skills are vital for interacting with the public and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will be able to follow detailed instructions, use sound judgment in various situations, and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and the public. A background in animal behavior, disease prevention, and microchip implantation techniques is a plus. This position requires physical stamina and the willingness to perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure a clean and safe environment for all shelter inhabitants.

M INIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent, and one year of work experience that included working with animals; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Ability to pass a breed identification and symptoms of disease test within one year of employment.
WHO WE ARE
The City of Moreno Valley prides itself on delivering quality service to our residents and businesses efficiently and effectively through Collaboration, Innovation, Customer Service, and Human-Centric Design. Strategically located in Southern California's Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is close to major hubs such as Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This spacious, thriving, and diverse City has a population of over 200,000 residents and offers a variety of business opportunities. For additional information regarding the City, please click here .
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.

Recruitment Process: Human Resources (HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications after the position closes. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.

Application Screening
Applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed to identify candidates whose qualifications best align with the position's essential requirements. Only those applicants who meet the criteria outlined in the job bulletin will advance to the next phase of the selection process.

Video Appraisal Interview
Applicants may complete a self-guided video interview by recording responses to a series of structured questions. These questions are designed to assess each candidate's qualifications and suitability for the position. There is no live interviewer or proctor; candidates will record their answers independently and submit the videos for evaluation.

Technical Interview:
Selected applicants will be invited to participate in a structured technical interview designed to evaluate job-related knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in key competencies required for the position. Candidates will respond to a series of standardized questions, and their performance will be assessed using predetermined evaluation criteria to ensure a fair and consistent appraisal process.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Eligible List: Once the appraisal is complete, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

DISCLAIMERS
The City of Moreno Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment, the City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.


If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.
BENEFITS: For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link: City of Moreno Valley Benefits Overview
SELECTION PROCESS: Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and/or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.


The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
01


This supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Responses should be complete and specific, describing work you have actually performed, the level and purpose of the work performed and how often. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications. A response of "see resume" or "see application" for any of the supplemental questions will result in the questions not being scored. Please check Yes/No if you understand the above requirement.

• Yes
• No

02


Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.

• Less than High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units)
• Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units)
• Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units)
• Master's Degree or higher

03


Do you possess experience working in an Animal Shelter?

• Yes
• No

04


If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please provide the name of the Shelter where you gained your experience. ("See Resume" is not a valid response, if you do not have this experience, put N/A)
05


Please indicate the amount of work experience you possess working with and handling animals.

• Less than one (1) year
• One (1) - two (2) years
• Three (3) - four (4) years
• Five (5) - six (6)
• Seven years or more

06


Do you have the ability to pass a breed identification and symptoms of disease test within one year of employment?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you willing and able to obtain a P.C. 832 certification (Arrest, Search & Seizure training) within one year of employment?

• N/A, I currently have a valid P.C. 832 Certification
• Yes, I am willing to obtain a P.C. 832 Certification
• No, I am not willing to obtain a P.C. 832 Certification

08


Animal care often includes early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call needs. Are you able to work these schedules?

• Yes
• No

09


This role may require standing/walking for extended periods, cleaning kennels, and lifting 50 lbs to 100lbs (feed, crates, animals) with/without assistance. Are you able to perform these duties?

• Yes
• No

10


Do you have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record for animal transport if needed?

• Yes
• No

11


How have you handled aggressive, fearful, or injured animals in the past? Provide a specific example. If you do not have THIS experience, please enter "N/A".
12


Please briefly describe your experience working with animals in a professional setting, including any roles involving feeding, medicating, cleaning, or handling animals. If you do not have THIS experience, please enter "N/A".
Required Question