Animal Control Officer

Description

POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Animal Control Manager
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None.
BLS COMPARABLE: 33.9011, Animal Control Workers, 39.2021, Nonfarm Animal Caretakers

LEADERSHIP: Provides co-worker leadership to others through motivation, team building, and providing feedback.

• Must be 21 years of age.
• No felony convictions.
• Subject to post offer, pre-employment drug and screen.
• Subject to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check.
• Subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and pre-employment polygraph.
• As a position affecting the safety of others, the employee will be required to comply with all provisions of City of Enid’s substance abuse policy, including random drug and alcohol testing.
• Possession of a valid Oklahoma driver s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Subject to signing a confidentiality agreement.

POSITION

PURPOSE:

Safeguard the public by limiting unwanted animal population and promoting responsible pet ownership.

• Capture and remove stray, uncontrolled, or abused animals from undesirable conditions, using nets, nooses, or tranquilizer darts as necessary.
• Euthanize rabid, unclaimed, or severely injured animals. Remove deceased animals from the shelter premises.
• Examine animal licenses and inspect establishments housing animals for compliance with laws.
• Examine animals for injuries, disease, or malnutrition, and arrange for any necessary medical treatment.
• Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports.
• Issue warnings or citations in connection with animal-related offenses or contact police to report violations and request arrests.
• Provide court testimony as needed.
• Remove captured animals from animal-control service vehicles and place animals in shelter cages or other enclosures.
• Supply animals with food, water, and personal care.
• Write reports of activities, and maintain files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.
• Properly collect monies due to the city for services associated with impoundment.
• Answer phone inquiries from the public concerning animal control operations and pet adoption.
• Adjust controls to regulate specified temperature and humidity of animal quarters, nurseries, or exhibit areas.
• Clean, organize, and disinfect animal quarters such as pens, cages, and yards, and animal equipment such as leashes and feeding containers.
• Maintain the facilities, including the office, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Provide assistance to other departments as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

• The Animal Control division runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Animal quarters are clean, organized, and disinfected.
• Animals are treated humanely and supplied with water, food, and personal care.
• Pet adoption numbers are maximized.
• Records and reports are filed and easily retrieved.
• Facilities and equipment are clean and well maintained.
• Effective working relations exist with City personnel.
• New employees are well trained and assisted. Management is appropriately informed.
• Employee understands and adheres to applicable safety policies.
• The City’s professional reputation is maintained.

EDUCATION/

EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six (6) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES: Oklahoma Animal Control Academy (within 24 months). Maintain 16 hours of Continuing Education after completing Academy (per year).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Specialized: Knowledge of city streets, animal care, and animal capture techniques.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to use an animal snare, snake tongs, traps, tranquilizer gun, and shot gun.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Accurate and attentive to detail.
• Good communications and public relations abilities.
• Basic typing and computer application skills.
• Ability to assist and support others.
• Able to operate telephone, PC, copier, and other basic business machines.

FINGER DEXTERITY: Manual dexterity sufficient to…