Kennel Technician (part-time)
City of Edmond
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LINK TO APPLY: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/CIT1039TCED/JobBoard/787bfc5e-9927-4b6d…
ABOUT THIS POSITION: The Kennel Technician (part-time) assists the Animal Shelter Specialists with the daily care and welfare of animals in the shelter. They clean, organize, and maintain kennel areas; give animals food and water; assist the public; and assist with spay/neuter surgeries as needed.
This is a permanent part-time position that works throughout the year, including partial days on some holidays. They work a maximum of 29 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts on Sunday and Saturday, starting at 7 or 8:00 am. On weekdays, they will start at either 7 or 8:00 am and work until noon or 1:00 to complete their weekly hours.
Starting Salary: $15.00–$15.69 (depending on experience)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Up to 6 months of experience and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Help care for, feed, water, clean, and groom shelter animals
- Clean, organize, and disinfect animal quarters
- Gather and record data about animals
- Prepare documentation and maintain files, entering into an online system
- Greet the public and respond to questions
- Prepare animals for adoption
- Assist with disposing of animals
- Clean the cooler and crematory
- Answer the phone and use walkie-talkies or a radio
NECESSARY SKILLS:
- Flexibility and availability to work weekends and partial days on some holidays
- Ability to multitask
- Emotional capacity to dispose of deceased animals
- Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
- Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug (drug only for seasonals), physical (only if CDL), and audio screenings
BENEFITS:
- A tangible impact to the department and residents in the City of Edmond
- A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED. THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY MAY BE RE-PUBLISHED AS NEEDED. The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.
This is a part time job
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Closing Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
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