Shelter Attendant

Job overview

The Shelter Attendant role is onsite in Syracuse, NY, for $40,200–$41,200 per year. The position works under general supervision from the Shelter Supervisor and supports the City of Syracuse animal shelter. The attendant handles, controls, and cares for dogs in the shelter, maintaining daily care and transfer records and communicating with Dog Control Officers and partner agencies. This work supports animal welfare and shelter operations, including coordination around medical attention and adoption.

What you'll do

• Handle, control, and care for dogs
• maintain records of daily care and incoming or transferred dogs
• communicate about sick or injured dogs needing medical attention and dogs dropped off at the shelter
• coordinate with partner agencies that may oversee adoptions
• may take appropriate action regarding sick or injured domestic animals other than dogs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

shelter attendant

syracuse ny

city of syracuse

$40,200–$41,200/year

animal shelter

dog care

animal handling

shelter records

dog control officers

adoption coordination

no minimum qualifications

public service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• parental leave
• retirement plan

Why this role

Minimum qualifications are listed as none; work may be physically demanding or hazardous in inclement weather or when handling vicious dogs.

About the employer

City of Syracuse is hiring for this role. Industry: Legislative Bodies. Sector: 92.