08/12/2026
🐾Join Our Team at Wayne Township Animal Shelter!🐾
Position Overview: We are seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team at the Wayne Township Animal Shelter. As a Kennel Attendant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and comfort of our shelter animals. This position requires individuals who are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all animals under our care.
Position Details:
Hours: Weekdays and Weekends, two shifts available:
Morning Shift: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Evening Shift: 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Wayne Township Animal Shelter, 201 Pompton Plains Crossroads, Wayne, NJ
How to Apply: For more info call 973-694-0767 and leave a message with your name and number and someone will get back to you, or visit during adoption hours to pick up/fill out an application. Applications are also available on the township website.
Shelter Duties:
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of cat rooms, dog kennels, and outdoor runs.
Clean and sanitize cat litter pans, replenish litter as needed.
Ensure animals have clean water and food, replenishing as necessary.
Replace bedding and provide comfortable living conditions for animals.
Perform daily housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dishes, mopping, and sweeping.
Walk, exercise, and socialize dogs to promote physical and mental well-being.
Socialize cats to enhance adoptability.
Administer medication to animals.
Requirements:
Passion for animal welfare and a commitment to their care and well-being.
Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
Physical capability to stand, walk, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
Attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards.
Effective communication skills and ability to work well within a team.
Must be 18 years old to apply.
Benefits:
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of shelter animals.
Work in a supportive environment with dedicated colleagues and volunteers.
Join us in our mission to provide a safe haven and loving care for animals in need. Apply today and become a member of the Wayne Township Animal Shelter team!
