Veterinary Technician (Part Time) presso City of Henderson, NV

About the Department

• This is a part-time, non-PERS eligible position.
• This position does not qualify for employer-paid benefits, paid time off, wage increases, or union representation
• This position requires enrollment in the City's Alternate Retirement Systems (ARS)
• Work schedule will consist of an average of 19 hours/week. Hours per week may increase or decrease based on Department need 
• May be required to work a flexible work schedule, outside of normal business hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours
• The physical work location is the Henderson Animal Protection Facility located at 300 E Galleria Drive, Henderson, NV, 89011

• An animal-loving person
• Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of shelter animals
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Safety-oriented

Position Duties

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university in Veterinary Technology or closely related field.
• Three (3) years direct experience working with and conducting health checks on animals.
• Veterinary Technician License with the NV. State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners required.
• Euthanasia Technician License with the NV. State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners required within six (6) months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483.
• Desirable: Experience directly assisting Veterinarian in performing diagnostic, medical, anesthetic and surgical procedures on animals.

Minimum Qualifications

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Veterinary Technician License with the NV. State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners - This is a required document. You must attach your certification to your application at the time of submission.*

*Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions.

ASSESSMENT DATES:
Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%): Wednesday, October 15, 2025
(Best-Qualified Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.

Other Qualifications

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.