What You'll Be Doing

Amazing 4 day work week career opportunity for you to help abandoned and lost pets in need!

The Wake County Animal Center is seeking a compassionate animal lover to join our team of dedicated Animal Shelter Attendants that help us with the 10,000 to 11,000 stray, abandoned, and surrendered pets in Wake County that we care for, treat and rehome yearly along with the help from our community volunteers, fosters and local rescues.

The Kennel Attendants at WCAC are also adoption counselors throughout our adoption hours, which are normally noon to 6:00 pm. During this time, the Kennel Attendant staff members may assist customers who are looking for a new addition to their family or searching for their lost pet, answer radio calls from the Front Desk Staff to provide support and assist foster parents or rescue partners. Just imagine how good it will feel after you help a family reconnect with their loved family pet or help a family adopt a new furry family member!

Additional daily care duties you provide will include;

• M onitoring shelter animals
• Feeding
• Providing follow-up care
• Handing out enrichment items/toys
• Restocking
• Assisting with laundry and cleaning

To learn more about the important work we do for our community click on the link below.

https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/animal-services

About Our Team

The Wake County Animal Center is an open-admission animal shelter operated by Wake County Government and on average takes in between 11,000 to 12,000 animals each year. We receive all stray, abandoned and surrendered pets in Wake County. The Center works in partnership with fosters, volunteers and local rescues, to treat and rehome thousands of homeless animals every year.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• No specific education level required
• No specific experience required
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• At least two years of related animal care experience

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Ability to confidently and proactively assess situations and determine the appropriate course of actions within assigned parameters
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of accountability
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with all types of domesticated animals
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of animal handling techniques
• Ability to work well with others in a stressful environment
• Self-motivation and proven time management skills
• Ability to work under general OR constant supervision

About This Position

Location: Wake County Animal Care, Control & Adoption Center Rm 102 Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Sun - Sat 8:00 am - 7:00 pm, 4 10-hour days, days vary

Hiring Range: 22.00 - 25.00

Market Range: 21.78 - 28.03

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 2/26/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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