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Kentucky River Regional Animal Shelter (KRRAS)
Job Title: Kennel Attendant
Location:
194 Animal Shelter Lane
Hazard, Kentucky 41701

Contact Information:
Name: Tony Vaughn, KRRAS President
Email: krrasrescue@gmail.com

Employment Description:

Summary of Purpose: Ensures the overall health and well-being of animals entrusted to the care of the Kentucky River Regional Animal Shelter while providing excellent customer service.

Duties (Essential Functions):

  • Adhere to KRRAS Operating Procedures

  • Complete morning/afternoon activities of all animals on activity lists

  • Evaluate dogs for socialized play

  • Complete A.M. / P.M. feeding of all pets per instructions

  • Answer the telephone in a timely and friendly manner as assigned

  • Complete daily cleaning and disinfecting of runs, walkways and rooms, public areas and offices

  • Complete daily cleaning of cat condos & litter boxes

  • Launder bedding, blankets, towels, and rugs

  • Communicate any animal health or temperament concerns to the Supervisor on duty

  • Communicate with the Manager or Supervisor on duty regarding unusual activities, significant problems or concerns

  • Bathe, dry, and brush animals as assigned

  • Provide excellent customer service at all times

  • Ensure a safe work environment—following all safety guidelines

  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Humane attitude toward animals

  • General dog and cat knowledge preferred

  • Great interpersonal skills both in person and by phone with clients, staff, and volunteers

  • Ability to work independently with little direct supervision

  • Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to process paperwork accurately and efficiently

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

  • Basic computer knowledge

  • Punctual and dependable

  • Observe the KRRAS drug-free policy

  • Dress appropriately for animal handling (Open-toe shoes not permitted)

  • Ability to manage the emotional aspects of animal care and support staff in high-emotion circumstances

  • Accept, support, and represent KRRAS core values, programs, policies, and procedures

Summary: Become a part of the Kentucky River Regional Animal Shelter Team! We are looking for animal lovers with customer service skills who want to make a lasting difference for needy pets in our region.

The Kentucky River Regional Animal Shelter Society, Inc. (KRRAS) is a registered non-profit 501(c)(3) located in Hazard, Kentucky. The Shelter facilitates and cares for stray, abandoned, and surrendered animals in Breathitt, Knott, Letcher, and Perry counties. With an average intake of over three hundred animals per month, the center works diligently to find foster care and forever homes for all animals as well as a spay and neuter program. Over the last six years, KRRAS has been able to successfully save over 98 percent of the animals, and this is in part due to the relationships with over 30 rescues located throughout the United States. The Shelter employs three full-time employees and utilizes volunteers who assist with the maintenance of the kennel facilities, foster care (including Hospice care), rescue efforts, food, supplies, and transport.

Are you passionate about being a champion for companion animals?
Do you embrace optimism and compassion, meeting everyone with an open mind, kindness, and respect?
Would you like to inspire others and lead the change our communities need?

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