Job Description

Department - Pima Animal Care Center

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Job Type: Classified

Job Classification: 5864 - Animal Care Technician II

Salary Grade: 4

Hiring Pay: $19.16 Per Hour

The first review of applications will be on 04/03/2026.

Pima Animal Care Center’s (PACC) mobile medical unit is looking to hire an experienced technician to work our free, public veterinary care program called “Karen’s Karing Van” (KKV). The program extends veterinary medical care to Pima County residents who are unsheltered or housing insecure; residents living in areas lacking access to vet care, and/or overwhelmed caretakers. The KKV program offers free spay/neuter and wellness services but also has the capacity to run advanced diagnostics and pharmaceutical support. Successful applicants are community-minded professionals motivated to improve pet welfare and reduce relinquishment to local shelters. When not working offsite events you will work in the shelter clinic.

Scheduled hours will vary based on events as well as department needs. This is a full time position with its focus support of community surgery and wellness outreach. Scheduled events are generally held on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. In a typical month there will be 2-3 weekend events, the scheduling of which will vary throughout the year. The balance of the workweek is spent in the PACC clinic doing follow up work from the prior event and prepping for upcoming events.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Checks incoming animals for obvious health problems and injuries;

• Ensures humane treatment of all animals at PACC;

• Ensures the accuracy and completeness of documentation concerning incoming animals;

• Assists in administering medication to sick animals as prescribed and directed by a veterinarian;

• Cleans and sanitizes cages, kennels, floors, walls, windows, equipment, and treatment areas to maintain the sanitary conditions of the PACC;

• Assists in performing euthanasia of animals, including following safety protocols for use and maintenance of DEA Schedule II drugs;

• Reviews and organize documents, creates new records and inputs and retrieves information using automated systems;

• Prepares and updates files, logs, status records, and other documentation to reflect the current status of a process and performs required purges;

• Assists in maintaining accountability of scheduled drugs;

• Administers necessary treatment in accordance with directions received from veterinarian;

• Administers medications to sick animals as prescribed and directed by a veterinarian;

• Performs animal triage and treatment;

• Performs daily health checks on impounded animals;

• Documents pertinent animal health data;

• Prepares and processes euthanized, potentially rabid animals for laboratory analysis;

• Collects and disposes of dead animals according to shelter procedure and health codes.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or General Education Development (G.E.D.) certificate AND six months of experience in a veterinary clinic or position involving handling animals OR completion of a vet technician/vet assistant certification.

(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)

OR:

One year of experience working with Pima County as an Animal Care Technician I, Animal Care Response Technician or closely related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and “Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Minimum one (1) year experience working or volunteering in a veterinary clinic setting.

• Minimum six (6) months experience working with underserved communities.

• Minimum one (1) year experience in a customer service position.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Selection Procedure
Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process 

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and CertificatesValid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.

Special NoticeApplicants are required to show proof of rabies immunization or are required to receive the rabies vaccine prior to employment. Within nine months of appointment, employees must receive the full series of pre-exposure rabies immunizations. Medical inability to be immunized or previous immunization must be verified by the County Physician prior to employment. Recommended boosters are required for the duration of employment, unless medically excused or physiologically unable to develop immunity. The Countyrequirespre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. This position will require a post-job offer physical and drug screen.

Physical/Sensory Work Requirements Ability to lift, carry, and push/pull up to 100 lbs. maximum, and 50 lbs. frequently. Regular bending, crawling, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping, and tasks requiring grasping and fine motor skills. Hearing and communication in noisy environments, including in person, by phone, and via radio. Must have depth perception and peripheral vision. Any other physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions: Working conditions involve exposure to hot and cold temperatures, direct sun, and driving. Occasionally exposed to fall and foot hazards, traffic, water, and vapors. Any other working conditions will be determined by position.

EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.