animal care technician Coachella, CA
Job description
The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.
This position is based at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, located in Thousand Palms.
The County of Riverside’s Department of Animal Services seeks an Animal Care Technician (ACT) to support shelter operations located at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, located in Thousand Palms. The Animal Care Technician offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about animals and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. The ACT is responsible for ensuring the well-being of animals including daily feeding, disinfection of kennels and pens, and the transportation of animals. The incumbent will play a vital role in the intake and release processes, handling incoming animals, received from Animal Control Officers and the public, as well as facilitating the redemption or adoption of animals by the public.
The job of an ACT is very physically demanding given the logistical size of the shelter and the required lifting of food and animals. Animal care technicians will be trained in and required to perform humane euthanasia, dispose of dead animals, and handle animals with skin conditions and wounds.
The ideal candidate should possess previous experience in animal handling and great customer service. Excellent verbal and written communications skills are essential, as is the ability to empathize with both animals and the public. A genuine desire to work in public service and a sincere love for animals are highly valued.
The Animal Care Technician is the entry-level classification in the Animal Care Technician series and reports to an Animal Services Supervisor. Animal Care Technicians perform routine tasks within the department pertaining to the care of the shelter animals and customer service. Incumbents receive training and certification in animal care, customer service, animal handling, humane euthanasia and disposal of animals, and maintenance of the facility and equipment.
Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services has a vision for promoting an environment of responsible pet ownership through progressive animal welfare initiatives, community outreach, and humane education in a culture of compassion, creativity, and integrity. The Department of Animal Services believes the character of their organization is best reflected in the strong dedication of each one of their employees who strive to meet the highest standards of performance and compassion on behalf of the animals and people that they serve. The Department of Animal Services operates four shelters located in Blythe, Jurupa Valley, San Jacinto and Thousand Palms.
