Animal Services Officer I​/II - Placerville

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

County of El Dorado, Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include:
Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The Health and Human Services Agency has over 600 employees dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

Health and Human Services Agency’s Community Services Division is responsible for the administration of older adult programs for El Dorado County residents 60 years of age and older. These services include:
Senior Nutrition, Senior Shuttle, Older Adult Day Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and many more! In addition to the services to seniors, Community Services also administers Veteran Affairs, Animal Services, Public Housing Authority, HEAP & Weatherization programs.

Enforce State, City, and County laws regarding stray, dangerous, neglected/injured, and nuisance domestic animals; investigate complaints, patrol assigned areas, capture animals, and ensure humane animal protection and control.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Investigate complaints from the public and other agencies regarding nuisance, stray, uncontrolled, neglected/injured, dangerous, wild, or diseased animals.
• Conduct an initial investigation of complaints regarding animal cruelty; investigates animal bites and arranges for appropriate identification and quarantine.
• Explain State and Local laws, codes, and ordinances relating to the care and control of animals, filing of complaints, and policies of the shelter to the public.
• Issue citations for violations of applicable regulations; patrol assigned areas operating County vehicles.
• Perform rescue of wild, stray, unlicensed domestic animals, and livestock running at large for impounding; respond to dangerous animals; transport injured animals; perform euthanasia as required.
• May assist with shelter operations as needed.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities, please review the job description.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:

Animal Services Officer I Equivalent to graduation from high school; AND One (1) year of experience in caring for animals of various types, and in explaining and enforcing regulations and procedures to the public.

Animal Services Officer II Equivalent to graduation from high school; AND One (1) year of experience in animal care, control, and enforcement at a level equivalent to the County's class of Animal Services Officer I.

Licenses and

Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License by and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Euthanasia Training Certificate, within one (1) year from time of appointment, or upon conclusion of the first available certified training program, if more than one (1) year.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a…