Position Details

Animal Care Technician/ Kennel Tech. at ANIMAL ENFORCEMENT

Job Status: Closed No Longer Accepting Applications

Application Deadline: 03/24/2026

Major Job Function
The Animal Care Technician is responsible for providing care and enrichment to all animals in the facility, including cleaning and maintaining enclosures, as well as providing food, water, and engaging in enrichment activities. The Animal Care Technician will also perform daily health checks and monitor the general health and welfare of the animals, as well as any changes in behavior. The Animal Care Technician should have a strong understanding of animal behavior and be able to identify any signs of stress or illness. The ideal candidate for this role should be patient, compassionate, and able to work both autonomously and as part of a team. They must also be able to converse with the public over the phone as well as in person. When not cleaning kennels, this individual will also assist with office operations. This individual must also possess excellent observation skills and be able to recognize signs of distress or illness in the animals they care for. Animal Care Technicians must be able to communicate effectively with their colleagues and clients, and they must be able to maintain detailed records and reports.
Training and Experience
Must have a High School Diploma, or equivalent, and at least one (1) year of experience working with animals; or, any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

How to Apply

You can fill out the application electronically, but you cannot submit it electronically.
Please print the completed application, sign and date it, then deliver it to Human Resources by one of the following methods:

  • Hand deliver to our office
  • Scan and email to Human Resources
  • Mail via overnight, priority, or regular mail to:
    Columbia County Board of County Commissioners
    Human Resources
    PO Box 1529, Lake City, FL 32056-1529
  • Fax (least preferred due to transmission quality issues)

Contact Us

Human Resources

Office Hours

Monday-Friday
8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Contact Information

Phone: 386-758-3351
Fax: 386-758-2182

Email: hr@columbiacountyfla.com

Location

135 NE Hernando Avenue, Suite 203
Lake City, FL 32055-1529 (opens in new window)

Mailing Address

P O Box 1529
Lake City, FL 32056-1529

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Board of County Commissioners
Tel. (386) 758-1326
Fax: (386) 758-2182
Email: publicrecords@columbiacountyfla.com

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1529
Lake City, FL 32056-1529

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