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Animal Welfare Specialist

2 months ago


Irving, Texas, United States City of Irving, TX Full time
Salary: $36, $48,300.00 Annually

Location : City of Irving, TX

Job Type: Technical

Department: Police / Animal Services

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the care and management of animals within the shelter environment. Duties encompass maintaining cleanliness of animal habitats and shelter facilities, as well as the surrounding grounds. Responsibilities include the handling, feeding, and restraining of animals, alongside administering vaccinations, microchips, medications, and conducting health assessments through blood draws.

Additional responsibilities involve providing customer service support via phone and in-person interactions, collaborating with animal rescue organizations, and overseeing the processes of adoptions, transfers, and city registrations. The role also includes guiding community service workers and volunteers, maintaining accurate records, and utilizing a specialized database system for data entry and retrieval.

Exceptional customer service skills are essential, and the role may require lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently. A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory, along with a minimum of six months of relevant experience. Euthanasia certification must be obtained within six months of hire. The work schedule typically consists of five days per week, eight hours per day, within the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are advantageous. A résumé is required for application submission.
Compensation Details

The starting pay for this role is Pay Grade GG09 Step 3, $17.64 per hour. Effective 1/7/24: Pay Grade GG09 / Full Pay Range $23.22 per hour.

Organizational Culture

The City of Irving is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment, reflecting the diverse community it serves. The organization values the unique perspectives and backgrounds of its employees, striving to create a culture of safety, trust, and belonging.

Irving Animal Services, a division of the Irving Police Department, is dedicated to ensuring a safe and healthy environment for both humans and animals. The city has invested in a state-of-the-art Animal Care Campus, designed to enhance the welfare of the animals in its care.

Incentives

New hires in this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive, which includes a series of one-time payments based on successful completion of initial employment milestones.

For full-time employees, the City of Irving offers competitive health benefits and participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).

Required Qualifications

1. Euthanasia Training - Do you have DSHS Euthanasia Training?
- Yes
- No
2. Available Days and Hours - Please provide your availability for this position for each day of the week.