City of Charlotte
Animal Care And Control Division
This position, located within the Animal Care and Control Division of the General Services Department, is responsible for the daily care and well-being of animals in a kennel, including feeding, cleaning, exercising, and monitoring their health. They ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for animals. Pays $23/hour. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Feeding and Watering: Providing animals with food and water according to their individual needs and schedules. Cleaning: Maintaining clean and sanitary living spaces for animals, including kennels, cages, and common areas. This involves cleaning up waste, changing bedding, and disinfecting surfaces. Exercise and Play: Ensuring animals get adequate exercise and playtime, including walks, runs, or supervised play sessions. Monitoring Health: Observing animal behavior and physical condition, reporting any signs of illness or distress to supervisors or veterinary staff. Administering Medications: Providing medications or treatments to animals as directed by a veterinarian or supervisor. Customer Service: Interacting with community members and volunteers visiting the animal kennel areas. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of administrative & clerical procedures / systems such as word processing, managing files & records, and other office procedures & terminology Demonstrate approachability dealing with the public Ability to comfortably handle animals with behavioral issues which may include shyness & fearfulness Ability to problem solve effectively & efficiently Ability to communicate clearly & concisely, written and verbal communication Ability to routinely lift up to 100 lbs Ability to perform strenuous manual labor Ability to work independently & as member of team Ability to work on weekends, holidays and varying shift times Ability to work indoors & outdoors in all weather conditions Ability to work with physically strong dogs Ability to bend, stoop, hike, walk, kneel, and lift Physical Requirements: Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods Continual movement throughout the workday daily to interact with staff and accomplish tasks Communicating both verbally and written to exchange information Repeating motions of holding, grasping, turning, that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers Light to moderate lifting and carrying Lift up to 100 pounds Ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, and phone Sensory Requirements: Concentrated and attentive use of one or more senses (visual, audio, and other sensory modalities) for proofreading, data entry, tabulating data. Ability to operate in an environment with frequent interruptions from people and or noises, which in return could result in some level of stress, fatigue, or strain. Comprehensive written information in work-related documents. Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech. Working Conditions: Disagreeable working conditions. Continuously exposed to several elements such as noise, intermittent standing, walking: and occasional pushing, carrying, or lifting. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior. The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte's benefits.
This position, located within the Animal Care and Control Division of the General Services Department, is responsible for the daily care and well-being of animals in a kennel, including feeding, cleaning, exercising, and monitoring their health. They ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for animals. Pays $23/hour. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Feeding and Watering: Providing animals with food and water according to their individual needs and schedules. Cleaning: Maintaining clean and sanitary living spaces for animals, including kennels, cages, and common areas. This involves cleaning up waste, changing bedding, and disinfecting surfaces. Exercise and Play: Ensuring animals get adequate exercise and playtime, including walks, runs, or supervised play sessions. Monitoring Health: Observing animal behavior and physical condition, reporting any signs of illness or distress to supervisors or veterinary staff. Administering Medications: Providing medications or treatments to animals as directed by a veterinarian or supervisor. Customer Service: Interacting with community members and volunteers visiting the animal kennel areas. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of administrative & clerical procedures / systems such as word processing, managing files & records, and other office procedures & terminology Demonstrate approachability dealing with the public Ability to comfortably handle animals with behavioral issues which may include shyness & fearfulness Ability to problem solve effectively & efficiently Ability to communicate clearly & concisely, written and verbal communication Ability to routinely lift up to 100 lbs Ability to perform strenuous manual labor Ability to work independently & as member of team Ability to work on weekends, holidays and varying shift times Ability to work indoors & outdoors in all weather conditions Ability to work with physically strong dogs Ability to bend, stoop, hike, walk, kneel, and lift Physical Requirements: Remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods Continual movement throughout the workday daily to interact with staff and accomplish tasks Communicating both verbally and written to exchange information Repeating motions of holding, grasping, turning, that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers Light to moderate lifting and carrying Lift up to 100 pounds Ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, copier, and phone Sensory Requirements: Concentrated and attentive use of one or more senses (visual, audio, and other sensory modalities) for proofreading, data entry, tabulating data. Ability to operate in an environment with frequent interruptions from people and or noises, which in return could result in some level of stress, fatigue, or strain. Comprehensive written information in work-related documents. Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech. Working Conditions: Disagreeable working conditions. Continuously exposed to several elements such as noise, intermittent standing, walking: and occasional pushing, carrying, or lifting. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior. The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte's benefits.