ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

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Description

• HOURS REQUIRED FOR DUTY:**11AM-8PM
  
  

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the

range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications

arenotintended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

**DEFINITION**

To enforce City animal control laws, ordinances and regulations; to

ensure the proper care of animals confined in the shelter; and to assist

the public in reclaiming lost animals and in adoption procedures.

**SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED**

Receives general supervision from the Chief of Police, Commander Captain

or Lieutenant.

Exercises no supervision.

• ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS**-*Essential and other
  
  

important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited

to, the following:*

Essential Functions

• Search for stray animals, livestock and wildlife; pick up dead,
  
  

injured or dangerous animals; deliver and set live animal traps.

• Report and assist in investigation of crimes of animal abuse or
  
  

endangerment; gather and preserve evidence; interview victims,

complainants and witnesses; present evidence and testify in court.

• Enforce City animal control laws, ordinances and regulations; issue
  
  

warnings or citations as required; appear in court to testify

regarding animal control cases.

• Respond to general public service calls and complaints concerning
  
  

animal problems or violations of animal control ordinances; take

appropriate action; including animals running at large, property

damages, abuse or bites.

• Coordinate a public relations program in order to foster public
  
  

awareness of ordinances regarding animal control and humane

treatment of animals.

• Maintain and care for the City animal shelter; feed and house
  
  

animals at the shelter; clean animal cages; perform adoption

procedures for animals; euthanize injured or unwanted animals.

• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports; prepare
  
  

written reports and records of daily activities; maintain records

and filed of the animal shelter and the animals housed; log all

incidents concerning animal control.

• Maintain equipment in proper working condition; clean equipment as
  
  

necessary.

• Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential ordinance
  
  

enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the

general public; take an active role in areas of public education

relative to population control of animals, treatment of animals.

• Make public presentations as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  

Requirements

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Knowledge Of

Principles and procedures of animal control, care and maintenance

Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Basic methods of animal collection and impoundment.

Methods and techniques of report preparation.

Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.

Procedures, methods and techniques of record keeping.

English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the

work.

Euthanasia techniques and procedures.

Operations, services and activities of the City.

Ability To

Enforce animal regulations.

Interpret and apply laws and regulations of the City related to animal

control.

Perform a variety of animal control activities.

Prepare clear and concise reports.

Maintain an efficient record keeping system.

Utilize proper handling and impounding techniques.

Operate a variety of animal control equipment.

Analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action.

Work independently in the absence of supervision.

Participate in public presentations as assigned.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those

contacted in the course of work.

Identify and respond to community and City Commission issues, concerns

and needs.

Act quickly and calmly in emergencies.

Follow all safety rules and regulations of the Police Department.

Interpret, explain, and enforce departmental polices and procedures.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned

Duties And Responsibilities Which May Include The Following

*walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time*

*lifting and/or carrying objects over 45 pounds*

*traveling to vario*

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