Kennel Assistant Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary Supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for humanely operating and maintaining the City's kennels; work toward the goal of increased placement of adoptable animals; ensure quality of work and adherence to established policies and procedures; perform or assist in the performance of euthanasia procedures; perform the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification.

Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Essential and Supplemental Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.

Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for the humane operation and maintenance of the City's kennel facilities. Establish schedules and methods for providing compassionate and user-friendly kennel services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly. Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.

Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures. Perform the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including the maintenance and security of Class II and III controlled substances. Evaluate animals for potential adoption; work with volunteers and rescue groups to maximize the number of placement of adoptable animals.

Administer medications when necessary. Plan, direct and participate in the humane care, custody, cleaning and euthanasia of animals. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide prompt and accurate information regarding kennel operations; resolve complaints from the public in an efficient and timely manner.

Perform staff training in humane animal care and control, diseases, breed identification, first aid and safety; conduct inspections of kennel and related facilities. Participate in the selection of animal handling staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; initiate or implement disciplinary procedures. Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of humane animal handling and kennel operations. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in science, biology or a related field; and Four (4) years experience in the operation of a kennel; and To include one (1) year direct supervisory or technical lead experience. Public kennel experience preferred. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Possession of a valid euthanasia technician license issued by the State of New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department within six (6) months from date of hire into position. Work weekends, nights and holidays Working Conditions Environmental: Animal shelter environment; exposure to a variety of domestic and wild animals, animal body fluids, wastes and infectious materials; outdoor and or inclement weather conditions; may be exposed to hostile or abusive members of the public; exposure to noise.

Physical: Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate to heavy lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment.