Kennel Attendant

Kennel Attendant

Salary

$21.85 Hourly

Location

Animal Shelter, Palmer, AK

Job Type

Thousand (1000) Hour

Job Number

2026-00128

Department

Assembly

Division

Animal Care

Opening Date

10/19/2026

Closing Date

10/25/2026 5:00 PM Alaska

• Description
• Benefits
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Job Summary

This position is responsible for the feeding and care of animals and for the cleaning of animal kennels. Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.

Pay Grade

D1 - DOE

Minimum Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.

Less than one year of experience. Relevant experience may include jobs that used the following skills: animal handling/animal care, custodial duties, interpersonal skills, teamwork, problem solving and following safety protocols.

Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen and physical. Must complete a baseline audiometry screening and will be required to undergo annual testing as part of the Animal Shelter's Hearing Conservation Program. Must complete the Rabies vaccination series and maintain a current Tetanus (Td or Tdap) vaccination, or provide signed declinations, in accordance with applicable health and safety guidelines.

Possession of a valid drivers license issued by the State of Alaska for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. If assigned driving duties/responsibilities, candidate must be at least 19 years of age with one (1) year of driving experience.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Handle and restrain animals safely.
• Monitor and report animal health or behavior concerns.
• Feeds and waters shelter animals.
• Cleans and disinfects kennels.
• Performs related duties.

Temporary and Thousand Hour (1000) employees for the Mat-Su Borough do not receive a benefits package. Following is a brief description of the only benefit provided to this class of employee.

Alaska Supplemental Benefits System:

The Supplemental Benefits System (SBS) is in lieu of Social Security and is mandatory. An employee contributes at 6.13% of gross wages, matched by the Borough (6.13%), on the present wage base of $176,100.

01

This position involves working indoors and outdoors, frequent cleaning, handling animals of varying sizes and temperaments, and being on your feet for extended periods. Please describe any concerns you may have about working in this type of environment, or explain why you feel comfortable with these conditions.

02

Kennel Attendants work with a variety of animals, including stressed, sick, injured, or fearful animals. Are there any situations or types of animals you feel you would need additional training or support to work with? Please explain.

03

Shelter work can be emotionally challenging at times. What helps you manage stress or emotionally difficult situations in a work setting?

04

This role requires following established procedures to ensure safety for animals, staff, and the public. How do you typically respond when you are unsure about the correct way to complete a task?

05

Shelter work is highly team based. What do you think makes someone a good teammate in a fast paced work environment?

06

This position involves some interaction with the public, including during stressful or emotional situations. Please describe any experience you have working with customers or members of the public.

07

This role requires ongoing learning and accepting feedback. Can you share an example of a time you learned a new skill or adjusted your approach based on feedback at work?

Required Question

Employer Matanuska-Susitna Borough

Address 350 E Dahlia Avenue

Palmer, Alaska, 99645

Phone 907-861-8404

907-861-8404

Website http://www.matsu.gov