Animal Care Specialist

2 weeks ago


San Angelo, Texas, United States City of San Angelo Texas Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Care Specialist to join our team at the City of San Angelo Texas animal shelter. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of animals in our care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Clean and maintain shelter areas, including animal enclosures and common spaces.
  • Feed, water, and bathe animals, providing a clean and comfortable environment.
  • Provide humane sheltering services, adhering to state minimum standards and shelter policies.
  • Safely and humanely handle animals of unknown health and temperament.
  • Contribute to programs and services that support our live outcome goal.
  • Ensure the safety of animals and people in the shelter.
  • Maintain accurate records in our shelter database.
  • Assist with unloading trucks, stocking shelter areas, and storing materials.
  • Maintain a clean, neat, and organized facility and grounds.
  • Work varying hours, including Sundays, Saturdays, and holidays.
Requirements and Skills
  • Safely handle animals, including those with unknown temperament.
  • Adhere to disease management and safety protocols.
  • Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  • Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications
  • A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Some experience working with animals is preferred.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
  • Work is performed in the City animal shelter, involving moderate physical demands.
  • Must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet Department standards and be able to lift up to 96 lbs.

Reliable transportation is required. Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at the direction of the City Manager.



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