ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

Animal Care TechnicianApplications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTEDJob Classification: ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIANPosting Number: 39604Division: BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions/KennelReporting Location: 2700 Evella St, Houston, TXWorkdays & Hours: Saturday - Wednesday 8AM to 5PM Subject to ChangeDescription 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 files 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 than80lbs.) 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 testSafety 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: 11Application 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: view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io).If you need special services or accommodations, call View phone number on click.appcast.io). (TTY 7-1-1)If you need login assistance or technical support call View phone number on click.appcast.io.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.BenefitsThe city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:MedicalDentalVisionWellnessSupplemental InsuranceLife insuranceLong-term disabilityRetirement pension457 deferred compensation planEmployee Assistance Program10 days of vacation each year13 city holidays, plus one floating holidayCompensable Sick LeavePersonal LeaveFlexible schedulesHybrid-Telework for eligible positionsProfessional development opportunitiesTransportation/parking planSection 125 pretax deductionsDependent Care Reimbursement PlanPaid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness LeavesHealthcare Flexible Spending Account