What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Control Officer position at City of Hanford?
The City of Hanford is seeking to fill one (1) Animal Control Officer vacancy. This position performs duties involved in the enforcement of State and local laws and ordinances pertaining to the care, keeping, treatment and control of animals; and to respond to calls and patrol the City for animal control related problems.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Enforce City animal control ordinances and regulations governing the licensing, impounding, and disposal of animals.
Patrol an assigned area and respond to complaints regarding vicious, diseased, injured or dead animals.
Pursue animals in vehicle and on foot; capture and impound unlicensed, diseased, stray, and vicious animals; handle and properly transport sick or injured animals for medical treatment.
Interact with the public to resolve animal related issues.
Respond to complaints of animal abuse; process and serve search warrants and conduct welfare checks; prepare cases and complaints for court action; testify in court when required.
Remove dead animals from roadways and other areas; properly dispose of dead animals.
Prepare reports and maintain accurate records, logs, and files of animals and activities.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Laws and ordinances relating to licensing, impounding, care, treatment and disposal of animals.
Techniques and procedures for safe, humane, and efficient handling of animals.
Safe work practices in the area of animal capture and control.
Principles and procedures of recordkeeping and report writing.
Ability To
Safely and efficiently respond to a variety of animal control related situations.
On a continuous basis, analyze animal control situations and develop solutions; identify, interpret, explain and enforce violations; review and interpret codes and rules; and maintain awareness of safety at all times.
On a continuous basis, walk, stand, climb, and bend in the field. Intermittently, kneel and run in the capture of animals; write or use a keyboard to communicate; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.
Operate necessary tools and equipment used in the capture of animals.
Determine proper action when confronted with animals that are agitated, vicious, frightened or injured.
Perform routine care and cleaning of animals.
Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority; act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Relate effectively with people of varied academic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others.
Experience and Education
Experience
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
One year of responsible work experience involving the care and handling of animals.
Education
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
License and Certificates
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a current valid California driver's license. Driving is an essential function of this position, requiring driving to animal control calls and safely transport of animals.
The application screening will involve a competitive evaluation of relevant education, training, and work experience, followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to identify the most qualified candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee applicants an interview, and the screening committee's decision is final. Candidates deemed eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process leading up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Enforce City animal control ordinances and regulations governing the licensing, impounding, and disposal of animals.
Patrol an assigned area and respond to complaints regarding vicious, diseased, injured or dead animals.
Pursue animals in vehicle and on foot; capture and impound unlicensed, diseased, stray, and vicious animals; handle and properly transport sick or injured animals for medical treatment.
Interact with the public to resolve animal related issues.
Respond to complaints of animal abuse; process and serve search warrants and conduct welfare checks; prepare cases and complaints for court action; testify in court when required.
Remove dead animals from roadways and other areas; properly dispose of dead animals.
Prepare reports and maintain accurate records, logs, and files of animals and activities.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Laws and ordinances relating to licensing, impounding, care, treatment and disposal of animals.
Techniques and procedures for safe, humane, and efficient handling of animals.
Safe work practices in the area of animal capture and control.
Principles and procedures of recordkeeping and report writing.
Ability To
Safely and efficiently respond to a variety of animal control related situations.
On a continuous basis, analyze animal control situations and develop solutions; identify, interpret, explain and enforce violations; review and interpret codes and rules; and maintain awareness of safety at all times.
On a continuous basis, walk, stand, climb, and bend in the field. Intermittently, kneel and run in the capture of animals; write or use a keyboard to communicate; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.
Operate necessary tools and equipment used in the capture of animals.
Determine proper action when confronted with animals that are agitated, vicious, frightened or injured.
Perform routine care and cleaning of animals.
Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority; act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Relate effectively with people of varied academic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy.
Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others.
Experience and Education
Experience
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
One year of responsible work experience involving the care and handling of animals.
Education
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
License and Certificates
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a current valid California driver's license. Driving is an essential function of this position, requiring driving to animal control calls and safely transport of animals.
The application screening will involve a competitive evaluation of relevant education, training, and work experience, followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to identify the most qualified candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee applicants an interview, and the screening committee's decision is final. Candidates deemed eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process leading up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.