| Kennel Technician
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Send cover letter and resume to patty@cmhspets.org
or mail to
Central Missouri Humane Society
Attention - Kennel Technician Position
616 Big Bear Blvd.
Columbia, Missouri 65202
Application will be accepted until positon is filled.
Organizations Mission Statement: The Central Missouri Humane Society
(CMHS) is a private, nonprofit organization founded in 1943 to prevent
cruelty to and alleviate the suffering of all animals. We are committed
to responsible pet ownership and elevating the welfare of all animals
through our adoption, education, and intervention programs.
1. General Description
The Central Missouri Humane Society Kennel Technician I is responsible
for maintaining a clean and safe kennel environment and providing
humane care and treatment for the animals housed at CMHS.
2. Sphere of Responsibility Within The Organization
The Kennel Technician I reports directly to the Assistant Manager-Kennels.
This position has a keen understanding of the day-to-day needs of
the shelter and its employees.
3. Sphere of Responsibility With Organization’s Stakeholders
The Kennel Technician I serves a very important role as a community
educator regarding animal welfare and the humane treatment of animals.
4. Outcomes Accomplishment for which This Position is Accountable.
- Provide appropriate care is administered for all animals housed
in the shelter.
- Maintain and operate safe, clean and humane kennel areas.
- Ensure that clients, visitors, volunteers, and community service
workers are provided great customers service during all shelter
activities.
- Communicate and develop positive relationships with other staff
members.
- Comply with shelter policies and guidelines.
- Complete assigned tasks effectively and in a timely manner.
- Complete Veterinary checks reporting any conditions, injuries,
or abnormalities.
- Assist Assistant Manager-Kennels with repairing and organizing
the shelter as instructed.
- Attend workshops and seminars to maintain membership in pertinent
professional organizations and network with other organization
professionals.
- Comply with rules and regulations of the CMHS as set out in
the most recent employee manual.
5. Accountability for Inclusion of Diverse Cultures
As a public face of the Central Missouri Humane Society, the Kennel
Technician I must be intensely aware of the need to help as many
people and animals as possible without discrimination or damage
to the capacity of the program.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Show willingness to comply with policy and procedures
that benefit the animals and staff.
• Demonstrate good teamwork skills and also be able to work
independently.
• Knowledge of humane animal care.
• Be able to manage multiple projects organized and detail
oriented.
• Flexibility to work both weekday and weekend shifts and
any additional time needed to fulfill the mission.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Must possess a valid Missouri driver's license and be
insurable.
• Understand and support Humane Society goals, philosophy
and mission.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and
experience.
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