Job Description

Posting number: L26009

Department: Animal Shelter

Job classification: Day Laborer

Posting type: Open/Competitive

Categories: Animal Services

Summary

ANIMAL SHELTER ASSISTANT

STUDENT DAY LABORER

$21.50/HR

The City of Everett Animal Shelter is currently accepting applications for an Animal Shelter Assistant Student Day Laborer.

The Student Day Laborer will be actively enrolled in an accredited college and maintain a minimum of nine hours per week. The Student Day Laborer will work no more than 20 hours per week during the academic year and may work during one off semester or quarter per year between academic enrollments provided that notification by the student is provided in writing and the student was employed during the previous quarter or semester. Students may work more than twenty (20) hours per week during one off semester or quarter per year between academic enrollments provided that notification by the student is provided in writing and the student was employed during the previous quarter provide that the total hours worked in the calendar year shall not exceed 1040 hours. This job classification is represented by Everett Municipal Employees Local 113, AFSCME.No benefits are provided in this position.

NATURE OF WORK

This position provides general support work that involves handling and caring for animals brought to the City of Everett Animal Shelter. The work will also involve the cleaning and routine maintenance of the shelter, including animal housing areas, exam, clinic, and other interior and exterior work areas; maintenance of records and assisting shelter visitors. Applicants must be 18 years or older.

DESIRED QUALIFICATION

This is the perfect position for someone who is interested in animal welfare, learning about animal care and behavior, and the intricate details of the operation of an animal shelter. We are looking for those folks who are not afraid of hard work, who find great satisfaction in a job well done and the rewarding work of helping animals.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is up to 20 hours per week generally between the hours of 7:30 am to 6:00 pm; may include work hours 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. on holidays, and requires weekend availability, including both Saturday and Sunday.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Feed, care for, and medicate (as directed by the shelter veterinarian and allowed by law) adoptable animals, stray animals, impounded animals, isolated animals, and sick, unruly and aggressive animals, as required.
• Move animals among various areas within the shelter as required in a safe, effective, and humane manner.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, crates, countertops, windows, windowsills, exam rooms, clinic and other work areas.
• Sweep and mop floors, wash dishes, launder animal bedding, take out trash and recycling.
• Restock cleaning and animal care supplies; sort and move deliveries and donated pet food and supplies to designated locations.
• Assist shelter customers in person or by telephone; facilitate prospective adopter and animal meet and greets.
• Operate shelter vehicles to transport animals or complete other errands as required.
• Perform other related duties as required.

OTHER DUTIES:

Dependent upon experience and skill, there is growth opportunity (for those interested) that would include assisting with animal check-in, administering vaccinations, performing blood draws and microchipping.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Dog and cat breeds
• Basic companion animal care, health and behavior
• English grammar, spelling, capitalization, punctuation

Skill and Ability to:

• Attend and comprehend on-the-job training as assigned by management
• Safely and humanely handle animals by adhering to training guidelines and instruction at all times
• Determine sex of animals
• Administer vaccinations, microchips, and oral, nasal and topical medications
• Recognize signs of illness and/or injury in animals and effectively communicate this information to staff
• Operate various types of animal shelter equipment including dish sanitizer and industrial washer and dryer.
• Assist shelter and veterinary staff handling animals during exams, treatments, and other medical procedures.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Understand and apply processes and procedures to recurring operational requirements
• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with supervisors, fellow staff members, volunteers and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Lift and handle objects and animals weighing up to sixty (60) pounds
• Ability to restrain and handle animals up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time, climb step ladder, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; feel the size, shape and temperature of items
• Operate office equipment such as computers, printers and copiers
• Handle unruly, aggressive, and otherwise dangerous animals safely and humanely
• Must be able and willing to work shifts including weekends and all holidays.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Application materials may be accessed via http://www.everettwa.gov/careers. Completed application must be submitted through the City’s online application system until the position is filled. Apply today.

FILING OPENS: 11/4/2026

FILING CLOSES: Open until filled

Student Day Laborer

L26009

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of work, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee and the ability to work regularly is a requirement for continued employment.