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In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.\nThe Animal Care Technician provides humane care and handling of animals housed at the Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting animal housing areas and related equipment to ensure the health and safety of animals, staff, and visitors.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains a clean and safe environment by performing daily custodial and maintenance duties in kennels, catteries, and other animal care areas.\nFeeds, waters, and provides basic care for animals in accordance with established procedures.\nCleans and disinfects cages, runs, and cattery areas using approved cleaning agents and following Animal Care Services policies.\nHandles daily laundry tasks; folds, separates, and distributes clean items for use as bedding or supplies.\nExercises and socializes animals regularly to support their physical and emotional well-being.\nBathes, cleans, and grooms animals as needed.\nAssists with custodial and maintenance functions throughout the facility, including stocking supplies and maintaining inventory.\nProvides customer service support by answering phones, assisting with paperwork, responding to public inquiries, and escorting visitors through animal housing areas.\nAssists animal care officers, technicians, and front office staff with the intake and release of animals.\nIn designated roles, may perform or assist with humane euthanasia in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.\n*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. 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