Animal Care Technician

05/31/2024 01:25 PM PDT

This recruitment is to fill two one-year Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) positions with the Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC).

Are you someone who takes great interest in the health and wellbeing of animals and can also work considerately and effectively with their human owners? Are you interested in being a leader in service excellence, committed to building an enduring legacy of continuous improvement and employee engagement? Are you a team player? Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is seeking dynamic and experienced Animal Care Technicians!
 
RASKC provides animal services to 24 cities and unincorporated King County, this includes: rescuing stray, injured, neglected or abused pets; reuniting orphaned pets with families and/or helping them find forever homes through RASKC's pet adoption centers in Kent and Kirkland, including several other partner locations; providing pet licensing services; a wide array of volunteering opportunities and much more. King County is a national leader in improving animal outcomes as a municipal shelter, using data and model practices to maintain a high live release rate (above 90%).
 
Records and Licensing Services' guiding principles and core values govern our roles and responsibilities as employees. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values of; Collaboration, Service-Oriented, Results-Focused, Accountability, Innovation, Fair, Just, and Professional.
 
Why Regional Animal Services is a Great Place to Work!
  • Competitive healthcare plans
  • Flexible work environment
  • Free Orca Card allowing multiple transportation options to/from the office
  • Leadership Support and structured employee assistance program
  • Paid vacation time (in addition to paid holidays)
  • Paid sick leave
  • Deferred compensation plan
  • Employer Contributions to state pension plan
  • Twelve paid holidays and Two Additional personal holidays