What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Control Officer position at CITY OF WESTFIELD MA?
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER - POLICE GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: Enforcement and administrative work enforcing all
relevant state statutes, inclusive of the duties imposed by M.G.L. Chap.
140 on dog officers, and local ordinances as they relate to animals.
Performs responsible tasks which require the exercise of judgment and
initiative, occasionally under emergency conditions. Other related work
as required. SUPERVISION: Works under the general supervision of the
Westfield Police Commission as appointing authority, as delegated there
to by the Mayor, and under the direct supervision of the Police Chief
and the Police Captain. May supervise one other person in the
performance of these duties. SEE THE CITY OF WESTFIELD WEBSITE FOR MORE
INFORMATION OTHER ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Must be
available 24hrs per day or make arrangements in his/her absence to
handle emergencies as directed by the Chief. Must carry on person at all
times when working a personal identification card issued by the Chief of
Police identifying the holder as the Animal Control Officer for the City
of Westfield. Must wear a uniform and carry a sidearm and/or rifle as
required by the Chief. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School graduate or
equivalent with two years higher education in veterinary medicine,
veterinary technology or related field. Two years of full-time animal
control or full-time veterinary medicine experience or evidence of
experience in the breeding and/or handling and control of dogs may be
substituted for higher education. Must have Massachusetts Class D
drivers license, Massachusetts Class A License to Carry and
certification as an Animal Control Officer by the Animal Control
Officers Association Of Massachusetts. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of Law Enforcement techniques Knowledge of Laws (State and
Local) relating to animals and control Knowledge of care and handling of
animals Ability to prepare reports using simple math and proper grammar
Ability to establish positive and effective working relationships
Ability to think quickly and act decisively in an emergency
RESPONSIBILITIES: Enforcement and administrative work enforcing all
relevant state statutes, inclusive of the duties imposed by M.G.L. Chap.
140 on dog officers, and local ordinances as they relate to animals.
Performs responsible tasks which require the exercise of judgment and
initiative, occasionally under emergency conditions. Other related work
as required. SUPERVISION: Works under the general supervision of the
Westfield Police Commission as appointing authority, as delegated there
to by the Mayor, and under the direct supervision of the Police Chief
and the Police Captain. May supervise one other person in the
performance of these duties. SEE THE CITY OF WESTFIELD WEBSITE FOR MORE
INFORMATION OTHER ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Must be
available 24hrs per day or make arrangements in his/her absence to
handle emergencies as directed by the Chief. Must carry on person at all
times when working a personal identification card issued by the Chief of
Police identifying the holder as the Animal Control Officer for the City
of Westfield. Must wear a uniform and carry a sidearm and/or rifle as
required by the Chief. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School graduate or
equivalent with two years higher education in veterinary medicine,
veterinary technology or related field. Two years of full-time animal
control or full-time veterinary medicine experience or evidence of
experience in the breeding and/or handling and control of dogs may be
substituted for higher education. Must have Massachusetts Class D
drivers license, Massachusetts Class A License to Carry and
certification as an Animal Control Officer by the Animal Control
Officers Association Of Massachusetts. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of Law Enforcement techniques Knowledge of Laws (State and
Local) relating to animals and control Knowledge of care and handling of
animals Ability to prepare reports using simple math and proper grammar
Ability to establish positive and effective working relationships
Ability to think quickly and act decisively in an emergency