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  • Animal Shelter Technician

    San Marcos, Texas United States San Marcos, TX Full Time $17.94 - $22.42 Hourly Jul 30, 2025
    City of San Marcos, TX Employer:

    San Marcos, TX

    The City of San Marcos is dedicated to providing excellent service to our residents and maintaining our high quality of life.  Business, industry, education, retail, and government make up the backbone of the San Marcos economy. The City of San Marcos works closely with all of our community partners to help our community become a thriving, job-producing city with opportunities for all.

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    Job Description

    JOB SUMMARY

    JOB SUMMARY
    Performs safe and humane cleaning of shelter facilities; feeds and waters animals; monitors animal health and alerts appropriate staff; cleans and sanitizes bowls, equipment, bedding, and related items; provides animal enrichment and documents behaviors; may assist the public with adoptions, intakes/reclaims, or other related matters; conducts routine clerical work; assists the vet services staff with routine procedures and performs other related duties as required.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Animal Care (feeding, watering, cleaning, veterinary attention):
    • Feed and water animals daily; notify appropriate staff of any concerns or observations related to health, appetite, behavior, etc.
    • Clean, disinfect, and maintain animal kennels, cages, and related equipment; wash bowls, bedding, utensils, and laundry; ensure all areas are re-stocked daily with needed supplies.
    • Responsible for tools and minor equipment maintenance for drains, hoses, brushes, squeegees, sanitizing tools, dishwasher, washer, dryer, animal handling equipment, etc.
    • Assist veterinary staff with medication, treatment, or other animal needs.
    Customer Service and Collaboration:
    • Provide a welcoming environment and assist visitors with animal interactions, adoptions, lost and found pets, intakes/reclaims and other animal matters; process adoption, reclaim and transfer paperwork.
    • Work with volunteers and create a welcoming environment; provide staff assistance for volunteer training, programs, and initiatives; celebrate volunteer successes and assist the volunteer coordinator with volunteer performance feedback and coaching opportunities.
    DECISION MAKING
    • Using judgment when handing or seeking assistance for handling in special circumstances.
    • Performing standard procedures in the absence of supervisor and seeking supervisor assistance when necessary.
    • Dealing, approving, processing adoptions, receive and return animals from/to owners, ability ro recognize animal behavior and health concerns and report accordingly, ability to understand/ accept shelter procedures (disposition/ euthanasia)
    • Ability to be self-sufficient and work independently.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications)

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
    • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
    • One (1) year of customer service required.
    • Computer Skills - learn shelter application, accurately update and maintain records.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • One (1) year of animal care facility work experience is preferred.


    CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    CORE COMPETENCIES
    • Working around animals of unknown origin, history and temperaments.
    • Forms, vet records, computer data, adoption applications, reclaim/transfer documents. Record keeping, receipts. Money handling, move date calculation, maintaining confidential information
    • Interacts, communicates, and provides assistance to the public regarding a variety of animal related matters; must be able to maintain positive working relationships with outside agencies, volunteers, shelter staff, co-workers and the general public.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
    Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. Subject to standing, walking and vision constantly; sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing constantly; hearing and talking frequently; crawling rarely.

    Working conditions involves exposure to aggressive animals, zoonotic diseases, loud noises, hazardous chemicals, odors, hot water, and extreme weather conditions. Possible exposure to the rabies virus via animal bites/scratches (pre-exposure vaccines & booster offered at city's expense). Protective Equipment: Gloves (latex, leather, or cloth), rubber boots, ear plugs or muffs, eye protection, animal handling equipment.

    The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance. 2023 Benefits Guide

    BENEFITS
    Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
    • United Healthcare
      • Choice Plus PPO Plan
      • Prescription Drug Plan
      • Wellness Initiatives
      • Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
      • Dental Plan
    • Davis Vision Insurance
      • Base Vision Plan
      • Premium Vision Plan
      • Laser Vision Correction discounts
    Retirement
    • Texas MunicipalRetirement System (TMRS)
    • Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA
    ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • City paid Life and AD&D Insurance
    • Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Vacation
    • Sick Leave
    • Holidays
    • Longevity Pay
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Activity Center Membership
    • Direct Deposit

    The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services.

    Closing Date/Time: 8/15/2025 11:59 PM Central
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