City of Gladstone MissouriKansas City, MO, United States
Full-time
This position is responsible for maintaining public safety and enforcing animal control ordinances.Cleans and maintains dog kennels, cat cages, lobby, and office areas daily.Follows up on all calls...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
Superintendent 3 - Animal Health / Pharmaceutical Projects
JE DunnKansas City, MO, US
Full-time
The Superintendent 3 will plan, manage and execute on all aspects of assigned projects with moderate complexity.This position will be responsible for managing the team, planning all construction se...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Zoo Keeper Jobs : Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$47 / Hr
MyJobsCornerKansas City, Missouri, US
Full-time +1
Find your next job here! Will train the right candidate! Average salaries from $18 - $47 / Hr, full time and part time shifts available now! Hiring for : Zoo Keeper.Show moreLast updated: 6 days ago
Promoted
Animal Control Officer
OlatheOlathe, KS, United States
Full-time
If you are a current City of Olathe employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.Are you passionate about animal welfare and community well-being? Do you have a strong sen...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
Animal Care Specialist
Petco6401-A W. 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223 United States
Full-time
Want to help pets live their best lives?.We’re proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go.If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be yo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
New!
Construction Superintendent 3 - Animal Health / Pharmaceutical Projects
Intermedia Group, Inc.Kansas City, MO, USA
Full-time
OPEN JOB : Construction Superintendent 3 - Animal Health / Pharmaceutical Projects.LOCATION : Kansas City, Missouri.Relocation Assistance Available.
INDUSTRY : Construction & Trades.Demonstrated success ...Show moreLast updated: 10 hours ago
Senior Territory Rep - Animal Health (CA / NV)
MSDLenexa, KS, United States
Full-time
A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Territory Representative to engage with customers in the agriculture sector.
This role involves developing customer strategies, working closely w...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Animal Caretaker
Kemin IndustriesLenexa, KS, US
Part-time
Hennessy Research Associates - a Kemin Company is searching for a dedicated Animal Caretaker.The Lab Animal Caretaker plays a vital, hands-on role in the heart of our research environment.This posi...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago
People also ask
The cities near Overland Park, KS that boast the highest number of animal keeper jobs are:
City of Gladstone MissouriKansas City, MO, United States
8 days ago
Job type
Full-time
Job description
JOB SUMMARY : This position is responsible for maintaining public safety and enforcing animal control ordinances.
MAJOR DUTIES :
Cleans and maintains dog kennels, cat cages, lobby, and office areas daily.
Follows up on all calls and complaints regarding stray animals, animal welfare, animal bites, lost pets, barking, city licenses, wildlife conflicts, and injured and dead animals.
Patrols the city limits looking for strays and enforcing city ordinances.
Opens the shelter for adoptions; counsels' visitors about the appropriate pet for their family; processes adoption applications, collects fees, and schedules vet visits.
Impounds all strays; vaccinates animals; enters the animal's information into the computer; prints out animal receiving receipts and kennel cards.
Provides health care, food, water, and exercise for all animals at the shelter.
Maintains incinerator, including changing the recording chart weekly, operating the incinerator, and cleaning out the incinerator.
Issues citations and subpoenas; appears in court monthly for residents neglecting to follow city ordinances.
Follows through with animal bites, including reports, evaluations, and quarantine of the animal.
Enters all complaints and fieldwork into the computer.
Serves on-call on the evenings of scheduled work days.
Assists city residents in trapping wildlife.
Attempts to locate the owners of stray animals brought into the shelter.
Assists in euthanizing animals.
Transports dogs and cats to the vet for neutering and spaying, health issues, and euthanasia.
Picks up injured or dead wildlife and disposes of properly.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship / internship or having held a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Missouri for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Build and maintain tactful, effective / positive working relationship with co-workers, other city employees, and the public.
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, city staff, court personnel and members of the public
Foster and contribute to a work environment that supports and exhibits honesty, diversity, integrity, trust and respect.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.