Animal Shelter Assistant
City of Gillette
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This position performs duties related to the care and management of shelter animals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides care to animals; vaccinates and medicates shelter animals; provides food
and water.
Assists in evaluating and placing animals; conducts temperament assessments;
evaluates pets for adoption; networks with rescue groups to place animals;
processes adoptions.
Schedules animals for trips to veterinarian appointments; transports animals.
Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance.
Performs animal euthanasia as required.
Performs animal intakes; assesses animals; records pertinent information.
Assists customers in locating lost animals; prepares lost animal reports.
Maintains department records.
Receives and records complaints; dispatches officers; prepares incident/accident
reports.
Trains new employees, volunteers, and community service workers.
Assists with outreach activities.
Cleans and sterilizes animal shelter, cages, and equipment.
Launders towels, blankets, etc.
Receives payments for fees; balance cash register.
Performs related duties.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
Knowledge of animal care principles.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of animal shelter operation.
Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs.
Skill in the provision of animal care.
Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of
solutions.
Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Animal Shelter Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The
supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and
the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include animal control ordinances and city and department policies and
procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some
interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
The work consists of related animal care and shelter maintenance duties. Frequent
interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to provide care for animals in the animal shelter and
to participate in the maintenance of the shelter facilities. Successful performance
contributes to the effective housing and care of animals.
CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, pet owners,
veterinarians, representatives of animal rescue groups, vendors, volunteers, and
the general public.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and
provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently
sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently
lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and utilizes the sense of smell.
The work is typically performed in an animal shelter and outdoors, occasionally in
cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt,
grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and potentially
dangerous animals. The employee uses protective devices such as masks,
goggles, gloves, etc.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties
of the position, usually associated with the completion of an
apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State
of Wyoming for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain state certification as a Euthanasia
Technician.
This is a full time job
Contact Information
Job Contact Details
Closing Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026
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