POSITION:Animal Shelter Attendant EMPLOYER: Alliance Staffing WORKING IN DEPARTMENT: Macon County Public Health SALARY:15.00 per hour CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

**Responsibilities The primary function of this job is feeding the animals in custody; and the cleaning and maintenance of animal cages. This position will also assist with a variety of clerical duties including maintaining records and files, completing reports, collecting and recording fees and ordering supplies. Work may involve interacting with the public, in person and/or by telephone. May also assist Animal Control Officers with the performance of their duties. Will require weekend work.

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements

• Applicants must have a general knowledge of the proper care and feeding of animals.
• Working knowledge of State and County animal control laws, policies and procedures and, some knowledge of public health rabies control laws is necessary.
• General knowledge of office policies and procedures and ability to meet and deal with the public tactfully, courteously, and effectively.
• Basic math skills are a must.
• High School or GED and one year of clerical and/or animal shelter experience
• OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Applicants must apply online at www.ncapha.org
• NO applications are accepted in MaconCounty Human Resources or Macon County Public Health.

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