Animal Pound Keeper

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Animal Pound Keeper

Casual

The Town of Slave Lake is looking for an energetic and responsible individual to join our team as an Animal Pound Keeper  to assist with caring for pound animals. 

EMPLOYEES THAT REPORT DIRECTLY TO THIS POSITION:

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clean and disinfect enclosures and outside area by removing feces, soiled bedding and food. Spread new bedding and clean food bowls. Washing of floors and enclosures. Feed animals. Watch animals and report any unusual behaviour or health concerns. Take dogs outside for exercising and playtime. Answer public enquiries. Contact owners of found pets. Give attention and affection to animals in the pound.

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Grade 12 education Valid Class 5 Drivers License Working with animals / pounded animals is an asset. Provide a clean RCMP Background Check Clean Driver’s Abstract

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills Ability to handle stressful situations and act professionally under those situations

Note: The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities and activities required for this position but gives a general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Occasional moderate lifting of equipment and supplies Being in and out of the pool on regular basis Exposure to heat, chlorine, other chemicals, and humidity Noise level is usually moderate May be assigned an irregular work schedule, including weekends, early mornings, and evening

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