Animal Attendant - Health Services / Animal Services - Bergen County : Job Details

Animal Attendant - Health Services / Animal Services Organizational Overview: The Division of Animal Services is responsible for Animal Control and related services for 49 towns in Bergen and Hudson Counties. The mission of Animal Services is to promote the humane treatment of all animals, reunite lost pets with their owners, and encourage adoption, foster care, and wildlife rehabilitation. Additionally, Animal Services works to reduce animal populations through spay/neuter programs (TNR) and public education on animal welfare. The organization also supports the community in responsible pet ownership. Job Description: This employment opportunity is to serve as an Animal Attendant. Under direction, cares for, feeds and grooms dogs, cats, and other animals; does related work as required. Job Responsibilities:

• Feed, water, clean, groom, and exercise animals.
• Cleans and sterilizes animal food bowls and water pans.
• Cleans, disinfects, and deodorizes washing and grooming areas.
• Cleans and disinfects animal living quarters and may clean other areas including the office and outside areas.
• Collect stool samples and take them to veterinarian for analysis for parasites.
• Observes animals' general health, diet, weight, appetite, etc., for negative symptoms.
• Maintains security within the area that the animals are housed.
• Transports animals to veterinarian for check-ups, shots, deworming or other examination and treatment.
• May assist with the training of animals.
• May perform routine clerical work in keeping records of animals being housed.

Schedule:

• Full time (40 hours/week).
• Evenings, weekends and holidays are required

Education Requirements: High School Diploma Other Requirements:

• Valid New Jersey Driver's License.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

What we offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Enrollment into the state pension system
• Life, Short-term Disability & Long-term Disability coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance and Employee Wellness Programs

Salary: $35,360 / per annum