Job Details

Salary: $20.02 Hourly
Location : Animal Control
Job Type: Casual, Non-Benefitted
Job Number: FY26-00037
Department: Temporary Worker
Division: Temporary Other Worker
Opening Date: 10/22/2025
Closing Date: 11/4/2025 9:00 PM Alaska
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 99- Non-Represented

Basic Function

Perform admission functions for the Animal Control Shelter. Serve as primary contact for all customers.

SALARY: 5A
REPORTS TO: Animal Control Manager
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
Typical Duties

1. Perform adoptions, redemptions, and paperwork associated with animals in the shelter, with attention to detail and customer service.
2. Respond to phones calls, emails, and walk-ins regarding shelter policies, lost and found animals, animal availability, and other office information.
3. Responsible for accurately maintaining a variety of records, various logs, and other documentation.
4. Receive and record cash payments for adoptions and redemptions of animals and other Division cash transactions. Balance cash drawer daily.
5. Market animals for adoption using social media.
6. Research animal ownership using microchip and ID tag databases and other resources.
7. Represent Animal Control during community outreach events.
8. Perform janitorial duties as assigned.
Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of general office experience of which one year must be working with the public;.
2. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer for a variety of computer programs (MS Word required, Publisher and Excel preferred ). Previous exposure to an electronic record system preferred. Ability to type at a proficient level. Ability to operate a variety of office machines (copier, scanner, fax, multi-function phone, printers etc.).
3. Experience with cash handling and deposits.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1. Ability to write legibly and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and courteously under stressful, highly emotional situations with the general public, other organizations/agencies, and other employees.
2. Demonstrated ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written instructions, to apply FNSB Code governing Animal Control Operations to varied situations, and to perform work in a timely, orderly, and accurate manner.
3. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
4. Must be able to post on Borough Social Media Accounts.
OTHER
1. A PROFICIENCY TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED.
2. Successful applicant may be required to take a series of rabies prophylaxis vaccinations.
3. This position requires a criminal background check.
Additional Information

JOB CONTACTS:
Frequent business contact with other employees in own department; continuous public contact and frequent contact involving outside organizations/agencies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY:
Supervisor responsibilities: Does not supervise; experiences minor problems daily and occasional major ones that must be resolved on own initiative with little immediate supervision; the consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgment require minimal effort to recover.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
General office where conditions are pleasant but with somewhat disagreeable conditions (noise and odors); minor accident probability exists; requires short periods of light lifting, pushing or pulling (1-25 lbs.).
Application Procedure:

Apply Online

Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at

For additional information please call (907) ###-#### or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) ###-####.

The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/interview/selection process, contact the Human Resources Office at (907)###-#### or the EEO office. The EEO Compliance Officer can be contacted at (907) ###-####.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Casual, Non-Benefitted
01

How many years of general office experience do you have?

• None
• 0-1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3+ years

02

How many years of experience do you have working with the public?

• None
• 0-1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5 or more years

03

What is your typing speed?
04

What is your proficiency with Microsoft Word?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

05

What is your proficiency with Microsoft Excel?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

06

What is your proficiency with Microsoft Publisher?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

07

Do you have cash handling experience?

• No
• Yes

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