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Position Description
Title: Groomer
Department: Animal Care
This position reports to: Animal Care Supervisor or
Animal Care Associate Manager
This position supervises: Volunteers
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Purpose of Position: Groom shelter animals to enhance their appearance, behavior, and health.
Responsibilities
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees are required to follow any other job related duties assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at‐will” relationship.
· Groom and provide care for animals, including but not limited to, cats, dogs, and a variety of small mammals such as guinea pigs and hamsters. This includes moving animals, washing animals, and using equipment to trim hair and nails.
· Provide assistance to the part time Groomer with more complicated grooming procedures.
· Maintain equipment in the grooming area to prevent the spread of disease and keep a clean working environment.
· Perform data entry and documentation to update animal records.
· Monitor and maintain supplies.
· Train and direct volunteers to perform proper grooming and humane care.
· Contribute to and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
· Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
People Care
People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and League business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express concerns.
Competencies
Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions.
Organizational competencies apply to all jobs at the League; position competencies are specific to this position.
Organizational Competencies
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· Accountability
· Flexibility
· Leadership
· Teamwork
· Attention to Detail
· Initiative
· Managing Resources
· Technical Expertise
· Decision Making
· Integrity
· Results Oriented
· Time Management
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Position Competencies
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· Analytical Thinking
· Innovation
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Position Qualifications: Education, Experience, Certification, and Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Required
· High school diploma or equivalent
· Minimum one year of Animal Grooming experience including: bathing, de-matting and shave downs.
· Ability to safely handle a variety of small mammals such as hamsters, guinea pigs, etc.
· Ability to effectively communicate and work within a team environment
· Ability to complete work without close supervision
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Desired
· Certification in animal grooming
· 3-5 years’ experience grooming dogs and cats
· Working knowledge of grooming equipment and maintenance
· Experience leading or coordinating the work of others
· Knowledge and experience working with wide varied of small animal breeds
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements
Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.
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