Animal Control Officer

Job Summary

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

• 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.

Any equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent