Animal Welfare Officer

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.

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.
• Operate city vehicle to respond to calls and transport animals and equipment.
• 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.

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

Oklahoma Animal Control Academy (within 24 months)

Maintain 16 hours of Continuing Education after completing Academy (per year).

Knowledge of city streets, animal care, and animal capture techniques.