Job Information
CITY OF FORT WAYNE Foster Assistant in Fort Wayne, Indiana
City of Fort Wayne
Foster Assistant
Job Code:
2024302
Posted On:
Friday, 3rd January 2025
Category:
Regular Part Time
Department:
Animal Care and Control
Shift:
28 hours/week, variable
Location:
Fort Wayne, IN 200 E. Berry Street
Pay Rate:
$20.1116 per hour
Job Description:
SUMMARY
Working under the direction of the Foster Coordinator, incumbent performs routine manual tasks that are essential to maintain the standards and functioning of the foster and transport programs. The incumbent is expected to exercise good judgment, independence, initiative, and professional expertise in conducting day-to-day operations. All work duties and activities must be performed in accordance with the City safety rules and operating regulations, policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the ability to interact with the public, City incumbents, and outside agencies with patience, tact, respect, and professionalism and the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Communicates with Volunteer Coordinator and Animal Care Specialist staff on animals needing foster homes;
Conducts full medical exams on foster animals including but not limited to: administering subcutaneous vaccines, dewormers, medications, etc.;
Sets appointments for and conducts follow up appointment with foster volunteers and provides instruction to volunteer