Registered Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary TechnicianAnnual Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 Placement within this range is dependent on qualifications, experience, and ultimately established by the ARC Board of Directors. The ARC Executive Director of Animal Services will serve as the ultimate hiring authority. The ARC is not employed by the City of Ontario nor any other agency members. The successful candidate will be an at-will employee of the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire and ultimately they will be appointed by and serve under the ARC Executive Director of Animal Services. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice. The first review of applications is scheduled for April 9, 2026. Are you passionate about serving the community and supporting a team that is committed to making a positive impact? The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire is seeking skilled, compassionate, and experienced individuals to join the organization to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make a difference. If you are interested in the honorable profession of public service, join in this unique opportunity as a Registered Veterinary Technician. The Registered Veterinary Technician will receive general supervision by the Animal Care Supervisor, while performing the more complex pre-surgery and post-surgery care of animals as allowable under their certification and may function as a lead over staff performing veterinary care duties. Under general supervision, assist a veterinarian in healthcare and surgery for animals brought into the shelter and the spay/neuter clinic; receives, processes, and cares for impounded animals; cleans and disinfects kennels and work areas; maintains records on the impounding and releasing of animals; provides customer service and responds to citizen inquiries and concerns at the Shelter's public counter; performs animal health procedures consistent with status as a licensed Registered Veterinary Technician; resolves citizen complaints by exercising fair and independent judgment; and performs other work as required. The Ideal Candidate will possess: Premiere customer service skills that embody the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire's Customer Service Philosophy. A growth mindset with a strong passion for developing others, and an exceptional ability to model and foster teamwork. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, Excellent written and verbal communication. Skilled in conflict resolution and handling sensitive situations The ability to work collaboratively with the public and ARC team members. The following procedures will apply: The Eligibility List will consist of both internal and external applicants who meet the qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes. The hiring department has the discretion to consider internal applicants on the Eligibility List prior to considering external candidates on the Eligibility List. The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire serves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below. Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of ARC will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Educational Requirements Graduate of an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Accredited RVT program or a California VMB Approved RVT program. Or Completion of a combination of 20 semester units (or 30 quarter units) or 300 hours of specific education and 4,416 hours of directed clinical practice experience completed in no less than 24 months under the direct supervision of a California licensed veterinarian (Alternate Route). Or Licensed, certified, or registered as an RVT in another state and has taken an examination determined by the VMB to be equivalent to the California examination and have 4,416 hours of directed clinical practice experience completed in no less than 24 months under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Candidates will be required to provide proof of successful completion of required programs, semester/quarter units, and/or required hours and experience. Proof of completion must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degree/Certifications. Licenses Individuals must be physically capable of operating a motor vehicle safely and possess a valid Class C California Driver's License OR be able to demonstrate the ability to travel on scheduled or unscheduled visits to various locations which may or may not be reachable by public transportation. This requirement applies at time of appointment and throughout employment in this classification. Certificates Must possess a valid Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate issued by the California State Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine. Desirable Possession of Euthanasia Certificate. One year of paid or voluntary experience working in a kennel, veterinary or animal shelter facility. Special Requirements Ability to work various schedules including day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed. How to Apply Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following: List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position. List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario). Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer. A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected. NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application. Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. Email is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile. Frequently Asked Questions If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.