Animal Control Officer

Description

Job Summary
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The Animal Control Officer performs routine and complex public safety work in the enforcement of City and State animal control ordinances and laws.

Essential Job Functions
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential duties:

Essential Functions, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Employment
An employee in this position must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities upon application:

• Principles and practices of effective customer service.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• City ordinances and state laws regarding all aspects of animal control.
• Working knowledge of animal restraint and care techniques.

• Handle stress effectively without it interfering with performance.
• Organize, set priorities, and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively deal with angry or difficult citizens.
• Operation animal capture equipment, two-way radio, pager, dart gun, first aid equipment, computer, telephone, fax machine, and copy machine.
• Must be capable of driving a motor vehicle to travel to other locations on a frequent basis.

• Work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Identify various animals and their behavior patterns.
• Exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Learn City's geography.
• Explain regulations to the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Experience

Required:

Any equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
Minimum

Education Requirements:

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent