[* Position Summary*]{times="" new="" roman""=""}

[Kennel technicians are responsible for the daily care of all animals at the Marion Area Humane Society. This position conducts proper cleaning and disinfecting of all rooms to provide a healthy environment for the animals in our care.]{times="" new="" roman";="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""}

[Essential Functions ]{times="" new="" roman""=""}

[To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. This list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed. It does not imply that all positions perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.]{times="" new="" roman";="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""}

• [Experience with basic animal care/needs including, but not limited to daily feeding and monitoring eating habits; observing animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness or discontent, and basic behavior changes; and administering necessary medications as directed]{times="" new="" roman";="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""}
• [To utilize animal handling skills to provide a safe and friendly environment for all animals at MAHS]{times="" new="" roman";="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""}
• [To thoroughly clean and disinfect all animal kennels, rooms, and enclosures on a daily basis]{times="" new="" roman";="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""}
• [Maintains the shelter as a whole by performing regular cleaning tasks including, but not limited to, sweeping and mopping; taking out trash; cleaning bathrooms, lobby, and other animal holding rooms; stocking equipment and supplies in designated areas; completing dishes and laundry as needed]{times="" new="" roman";="" font-size:="" 12pt"=""}

[[*Essential Skills and Experience *]{times="" new="" roman""=""}]{times="" new="" roman""=""}

• [Professional demeanor and good communication skills with the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Demonstrates strong organizational skills]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Excellent attention to detail and sense of urgency, ability to prioritize with an emphasis on quality and accuracy of work]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reasoning ability]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Ability to take direction, follow direct instructions accurately, and accept constructive criticism]{times="" new="" roman""=""}
• [Demonstrates a basic understanding of humane euthanasia]{times="" new="" roman""=""}