Kennel Technician (Lake Panasoffkee)

YOUR Humane Society SPCA

Kennel Tech

Job Description

This position is responsible for daily care of shelter animals. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, medical care (as directed by Kennel Manager), and record keeping. Work with potential adopters by showing dogs and cats to them and providing the animal’s age, breed, and personality traits to help them find the best match. This position is mainly working with dogs and puppies, it also at times includes care and cleaning for our shelter cats and kittens.

Job Responsibilities

Morning opening of Kennels, which includes letting each dog out of its overnight kennel, cleaning/sanitizing kennels and kennel areas; providing clean bedding

Cleaning and sanitizing bowls, toys, and other equipment

Feeding and watering animals as needed

Putting on and taking of collars, leashes, harnesses

Administering medication/vaccines, drawing blood, implanting microchips, etc. as directed by Kennel Manager

Bathing dogs when necessary

Supervising dogs in play groups

Cleaning up any accidents immediately following cleaning protocol

Update/maintain animals’ cage cards, as necessary, to keep current records

Transport animals to events, vet, etc. as needed

Working with volunteers to walk dogs, etc. and directing community service workers.

Closing of kennels, which includes ensuring the overnight kennel has clean bedding, fresh food/water and placing the dog in the kennel.

Using the laundry facilities to wash bedding

General Qualifications/Personal Attributes:

A general love and understanding of animals.

Must be dependable, honest, trustworthy, and drug free

Detail oriented, strong multitasking ability, and a positive attitude

A team player able to work effectively on their own and within a team

An ability to maintain composure and be clear headed under pressure

To maintain professionalism with clients and coworkers

Desire to maintain a high level of cleanliness

Excellent time management and an ability to work productively with minimal supervision

An ability to follow directions and procedures

Minimum Requirements/Physical Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years old

Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Must be physically able to restrain a dog

Must have reliable transportation and a valid Florida driver’s license

The animals need care 365 days a year. May need to work weekends and/or holidays

Work week is Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 – 4:30

Kennel Tech duties are not limited to the above and other duties may be assigned as needed by the Kennel Manager or Executive Director.