Kennel Technician - Frederick County Government
Animal Control - Frederick, MD
About the Job
The Frederick County Division of Animal Control is committed to serving the community through education and resources, humane law enforcement, and animal sheltering. We are proud of an impressive legacy of progressive thinking and community outreach that has reduced animal intake, reduced unwanted litters, and ultimately reduced animal euthanasia. Members of the Animal Control team, have a unique opportunity to not only make a difference for the homeless animals of Frederick County, but to engage in a rewarding career that demands hard work, integrity, high standards, and constant learning. Working with animals and serving the public--what better job could there be?
POSITION DETAILS:Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; varying schedule during regular operating hours; full benefits
This position is responsible for the care and treatment of animals in custody or confinement at the Frederick County Animal Control Center, as well as other duties. Effective customer service/customer relations skills are required when assisting persons as they turn animals over to Animal Control and when assisting with the animal adoption process. Direction is received from the Kennel Technician Supervisor, under supervision from the Animal Control Director.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
- 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Participation in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
- Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Location: Animal Control - Frederick, Maryland
Agency: Animal Control Division
Source : Frederick County Government