Dog Care Attendants are responsible for the overall care of all the canines within the shelter. Under the supervision of the Director of Animal Care, Dog Care Attendants provide for the continual cleaning of kennels as well as the proper feeding, socialization and care of the shelter dogs. Responsibilities will vary based on the current needs of the shelter. All Dog Care Attendants are expected to exhibit a positive and professional attitude at all times.

Duties will include:

Feed, clean, walk (dogs) and socialize the animals according to established protocols.

Thoroughly clean and disinfect all areas of the shelter as often as necessary.

Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent. Report signs of illness, disease, injury, unusual conditions or abnormal behavior of any shelter animal to immediately to the medical department

Take charge and/or handle animals as required and to restrain hard to control animals.

Release animals to their owners as directed by the Front Desk Personnel or the Shelter Manager.

Assist with the day to day chores of the shelter. This may include but is not limited to Unpacking and stocking of Shelter Supplies, Laundry, Dishes, taking out the Garbage, Perform General Cleaning of all Shelter areas and Outside Play Areas and Meet and Greet Areas. This is especially important when there is No Community Service.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma and required certifications.

Knowledge of Basic Animal Behavior and proper methods of animal restraint.

Knowledge of basic cleaning and disinfecting methods and the use and care of cleaning materials and equipment.

Ability to recognize animals in distress.

Willing to be exposed to Bites, Scratches, Contagious Diseases and Animal Wastes.

Willing to Work Weekends and Holidays.

Hours: Full Time with ability to work weekends and holidays. (The animals need care every day!)

Full Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO and holidays after 90 days of employment. Visit our website at sasf.org.