Employment Opportunities

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The Young-Williams Animal Center (YWAC) is the public shelter for the city of Knoxville and Knox County, Tennessee. YWAC is a 22,000 square foot facility that opened in the spring of 2004, having moved from a temporary facility that had served as the public shelter for three years. In 2005, YWAC housed over 17,000 animals, of which 5,730 were adopted, reclaimed by owner, or transferred to the care of rescue groups or other shelters. YWAC has an annual budget of $1.2 million and has approximately 40 employees.

YWAC was chosen by PetSmart Charities to be one of 21 shelters in the midwest/southeast regions of the United States to provide animals for shelters in Wisconsin and Michigan through their Rescue Waggin' program. As part of the selection process for Rescue Waggin', YWAC was reviewed by the ASPCA who said, "This is an incredible 'must see' shelter for southern areas to visit."

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION: The purpose of this classification is to be responsible for the daily care of all animals in the center. Duties include, but are not limited to: care and feeding of the animals, kennel cleaning, and record keeping, assisting the public, adoption counseling and receptionist duties. May participate when appropriate in administration of vaccinations and medications as directed by the veterinarians, and in performing euthanasia when certified to do so. May be asked to transport animals to other locations. Performs additional tasks as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned: Feeding, watering, cage and kennel cleaning, sanitation, public assistance, administration of prescribed medications, admitting animals, preliminary screening of animals for behavior issues, accurate animal identification and recording of incoming and outgoing animals. Answers telephones and fields questions from the public as specified by policy. Escorts public looking for lost pets. Cousels public on potential adoption choices. Performs necessary paperwork for surrenders, adoptions, and redemptions. Processes incoming animals. Reports to kennel managers when additional supplies or tools are needed. Technicians with additional training may perform vaccinations, health screening, and euthanasia. Motivates fellow employees by example.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs other functions as requested by the Kennel Managers.

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: High School diploma is strongly recommended. Willingness to pursue euthanasia certification is also strongly recommended but may be waived in cases of specialized assignments.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS: Some experience with animal care and handling is required. Adequate basic math, writing, and verbal skills are also necessary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: ADA Minimum qualifications or standards required to perform esential job functions. Must have good manual deterity, visual acuity, mobility, and sufficient body strength to withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and walking. Able to lift at least 30 pounds unaided.

SALARY: $8.54 per hour with Knox County employee benefits

If you need reasonable accomodations to complete an application or for an interview, please contact the Department of Human Resources. Some accomodations take several days to arrange. Please notify us early to make the arrangements.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: Knox County prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, and disability status.

APPLY TO: Applications can be picked up and filled out at theYoung-Williams Animal Center, 3201 Division St., Knoxville, TN 37919 or Knox County Human Resources, Room 360, City/County Building, 400 Main Street, Knoxville, TN 37902

Knox County prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, and disability status. Knox County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.