Title: Veterinary Technician
Organization: Health: Animal Shelter Clinic
Department: 528G - Animal Shelter Clinic
Location: Health
Rate of Pay: DOQ
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Job Summary
Works under general supervision; this class is responsible for treating impounded animals and performing complex technical work assisting a veterinarian in their medical care. Exercises technical supervision over Animal Care Attendants.
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Competencies
Safety Acumen
Self-Leadership
Customer Service
Communication
Self-Awareness
Flexible
Critical Thinking
Trust
Responsible
Ethical
Animal Care and Nutrition
Animal Behavior, Handling, and Restraint Skills
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Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills
• Knowledge of an extensive body of rules, procedures, or operations; specialized skills that may be technical or non-technical.
• Communicates with the public in a positive manner.
• Performs routine work of sheltering and caring for impounded animals and completes all the necessary paperwork.
• Cleans and disinfects inside and outside of all kennels and is responsible for the general cleaning of the building and premises.
• Performs routine spot cleaning building and premises.
• Feeds and waters all animals daily.
• Inspects animals on a routine basis, gives shots, bathes, dips and cares for animals to include daily walking.
• Assists in euthanasia of animals as necessary.
• Work hours may include weekends, after hours, holidays, special events.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.
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Minimum Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree (no experience), or associate's degree plus two years of experience, or high school graduation or GED plus four years of experience.
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Special Certifications & Licenses
Valid Texas Driver’s License. Obtain Animal Euthanasia Technician Certification within 12 months of hiring Veterinary Technician License preferred.
Independence & Judgement
Skillful judgment with out-of-the ordinary situations or issues; may make decisions for subordinates.
Initiative & Ingenuity
Greater level of knowledge when applying guidelines and interpretation of available options to non-standard situations; division goals drive priorities.
Supervisory & Responsibility
Does not supervise.
Financial Responsibility
Does not deal with money.
Level & Frequency of Outside Contact
Infrequent or non-difficult contacts with other people inside and/or outside department; straightforward information exchange, etc.
Physical Demands
Mostly moderate and fairly steady active physical exertion; may require brief periods of heavy muscular exertion, such as standing, lifting, moving, pulling, pushing, etc. Ability to exert up to 35-50 lbs. of force occasionally to move objects.
Responsibility for Equipment & Property
Responsible for use of equipment/property such as office equipment, supplies, etc., which are used in office.
Working Conditions
Fair inside or outside conditions; exposure to disagreeable conditions is brief or otherwise insignificant; space problems; only occasional situations that place the employee in a stressful environment.
Other Requirements
The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.
ADA Requirements
The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Benefits
The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.
Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.
Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.
EEOC Statements
The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.