JOB DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, performs administrative and semi-skilled manual work in the enforcement of ordinances and statutes related to the control of animals for the Animal Services and Control Department. Work involves capturing, confining, and/or euthanizing stray, diseased, and nuisance animals; and enforcing animal ordinances. Employee is responsible for patrolling the county, answering complaint calls, and capturing and confining stray animals; and preparing associated reports and records. Employee is also responsible for pursuing citations against those in violation of animal control ordinances and/or in cases of inhumane treatment of animals, including assisting in criminal prosecution. On call work required and employee is subject to the usual hazards of animal control work. Reports to the Animal Services and Control Director.

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment, including animal traps, axes, euthanasia chambers, etc. Must be physically able to operate a small pick-up truck. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Requires the ability to maintain body equilibrium when bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, reaching and/or stretching arms, legs or other parts of body, and to physically maneuver over and/or upon varying terrain, surfaces or physical structures. Work may involve walking, standing, running and physical confrontations. Physical demands are for Heavy Work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,136.27 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person