Deputy Sheriff - Animal Control Officer; ACO

Deputy Sheriff - Animal Control Officer

$29.36/hour or $61,078.78 with no prior road patrol experience.
1:1 credit given for years of VA DCJS road patrol Law Enforcement service

up to 10 yrs or 50%, whichever is greater.

Full salary range for this career is $61,078.78 - $

Additional compensation may be earned via shift schedule, night differential, holiday and premium pay

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Performs intermediate protective service work in the enforcement of ordinances regulating the keeping of animals within the County; does related work as assigned; involves an element of personal danger. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Animal Control Sergeant. Must be available to work on any day of the week, including holidays and weekends.

• Respond to animal control calls; patrolling to observe animal violations; picking up animals running loose, sick or injured animals; investigate animal bites; preparing and maintaining records and files.
• Receive and investigate citizen complaints relating to dog and other animals during regular working hours and after hours;
• Impound abandoned and stray dogs and other animals;
• Provide public information concerning County does;
• Carry out euthanasia procedures;
• Investigate and process dog bite cases;
• Keep appropriate records;
• Feed and water animals at the shelter;
• Clean kennels;
• Set up trap;
• Assist humane officer;
• Issue summons and appears in court on a variety of cases involving enforcement of Animal Control Ordinances;
• Perform related tasks as required;
• Other Law Enforcement duties as assigned.

Thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances and regulations governing the control of dogs; general knowledge of the care, control and handing of dogs and other animals; ability to recognize rabies symptoms and some knowledge of the methods and procedures to be followed; some knowledge of police methods, practices and procedures; general knowledge of the geography of the County and location of important buildings;

some knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Sheriff's Office; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports; ability to deal courteously, firmly and tactfully with the public; ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surround hazards and circumstances; possession of physical agility and endurance;

skill in the use of firearms and the operation of a motor vehicle. possession of all qualifications as required by the Code of Virginia, the Department of Criminal Justice Services, and the Stafford County Sheriff's Office.

High school diploma or equivalency (GED) required.
Drivers license valid in the state of Virginia

Must obtain and maintain all Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, and the State Criminal Justice System training and education requirements for the position.
Required to be a United States citizen.

Must be 21 years of age prior to an academy graduation. Please visit this link for academy dates.

This position is designated as essential and must report to work during times when the local government/agencies are closed, is subject to call back and hold over to maintain minimum staffing 24/7.
The successful applicant must complete pass physical abilities testing, interview, polygraph examination, full background investigation to include a criminal history check, physical examination, psychological examination and drug and alcohol testing.

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