Animal Room Attendant - City of Boston, MA : Job Details

Overview

* This is a Civil Service Position. Applicants will be interviewed from requisition #09824 certification list*

INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION MUST COMPLETE THE CIVIL SERVICE LABOR SERVICE REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR THE POSITION AT in addition to completing the City of Boston Career Center application.

Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

Works under the immediate supervision of the City of Boston Animal Shelter Manager and the Director of Animal Care and Control. Ensures all animals are cared for and treated in a humane manner.

Responsibilities

* Ensures all animals are provided with the appropriate amount of food and water.

* Follows established disease control and daily cleaning protocols.

* Cleans animal cages, quarters, equipment, and utensils.

* Assists with animal intake and evaluations.

* Creates and maintains necessary animal records.

* Performs related work as required.

Work Environment:

* Exposure to animals, dander, debris, odors, approved cleaning solutions, airborne particles, dust, and zoonotic diseases.

* Exposure to various weather conditions when working outside with animals.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

* Applicant must have at least one (1) year of experience with the handling of animals.

* Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Calendar, Docs, and email, and Chameleon preferred.

* Ability to safely handle, restrain, walk, and exercise animals of all sizes.

* Ability to safely work with animals that may be injured, unruly, vicious, or otherwise dangerous.

* Tetanus and rabies (pre-exposure) inoculations are required or must be waived.

* Ability to work well and communicate effectively with the public, employees, and volunteers.

* Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

* Ability to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

* Requires frequent and/or prolonged walking, bending, lifting, and stooping.

Employment Address:

26 Mahler Road Roslindale, MA 02131

CORI Check required.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA1-9

Hours per Week: 40