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THE POSITION / JOB DUTIES

The Police Public Service Assistant I (PSA I) is assigned to the Police Department’s Animal Services Unit and provides basic care for animals.  Examples of job duties include:

· Provide care of animals including feeding, grooming, cleaning, walking, behavioral assessments, enrichment, and exercise.

· Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels and kennel area.

· Perform dishwashing and laundering.

· Help maintains a computerized record of animals at the shelter.

· Report any animals exhibiting symptoms of ill health or communicable disease.

· Assist office staff with adoption procedures and provide support to the veterinary staff

· Provide customer service throughout the shelter.

· Perform related duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service experience and strong organizational and communication skills.  Additionally, the selected candidate will have proficiency in operating standard and specialized computer equipment and programs to assist with the daily animal services operations.  Professional experience working with animals is highly desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Basic care of animals (e.g. feeding, cleaning, walking, grooming, etc.)

Special Requirements:

· Willingness to work a variety of shifts which include: days, afternoons, weekends, and holidays.

· Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds

COMPENSATION

Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $18.23. Placement within the range will be made depending upon the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.  This is a part-time/long-term temporary assignment and may work up to 20 hours per week.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this opportunity, submit a completed application, resume, and completed the supplemental questionnaire online. 

RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PROCESS

This recruitment will remain open until filled.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Highly competitive candidates may be invited to participate in an individual and/or panel interviews, background investigation, and other related components.

THE POSITION / JOB DUTIES

The Police Public Service Assistant (PSA) III is assigned to the Police Department’s Animal Services Unit and provides daily support with the customer service and animal shelter operations. Examples of job duties include:

· Assist with animal behavioral assessments.

· Assist potential adopters through the adoption process by completing forms and accurately entering adoption information into the database.

· Process animal intakes while explaining the process to the customer and assisting with paperwork and entering data.

· Process cash handling activities with regards to adoptions, intakes, outcomes, and pet licensing.

· Assist with caring for the animals by providing food, water, basic grooming, and enrichment activities to minimize shelter environment stress.

· Preparing and administering vaccinations to animals entering the facility.

· Assist with behavior assessments for the placement of animals.

· Data entry and clerical support.

· Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Professional experience working with animals is preferred.

Special Requirements:  Must be 18 years of age.  The selected candidate must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including days, afternoons, weekends, and holidays.  Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

COMPENSATION

Hourly Rate: $16.67 - $20.26. Placement within the range will be made depending upon the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.  This is a part-time/long-term temporary assignment and may work up to 20 hours per week.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this opportunity, submit a completed application, resume, and completed the supplemental questionnaire online.  

RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PROCESS

This recruitment will remain open until filled.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Highly competitive candidates may be invited to participate in an individual and/or panel interviews, background investigation, and other related components.