What are the responsibilities and job description for the Future Opening: Animal Services Field Officer position at COMPREHENSIVE STAFFING SOLUTIONS INC?
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Vision insurance
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIOINS:
Works under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor at Memphis Animal Services to act as an Animal Services Officer via phone and electronic communication. Investigates complaints concerning ordinance violations; answers calls concerning reports of animal bites. Prepares and mails violation notices for complaints and first time offenders. Provides information and assistance to the public. Operates a City phone and computer to respond to calls concerning the need to apprehend unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals. Maintains and completes a variety of daily activity reports. Performs data entry of reports that other employees have submitted. Performs euthanasia as required within the shelter. Assists other personnel in the performance of these duties. Performs all other duties as assigned
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned. Must be available to work on assigned shift including working on second (2nd) shift as needed as a condition of continued employment in this position.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires the use of equipment such as traps, chemical capture gun, nets, catchpoles, etc. Requires the ability to handle animals coming into the shelter such as dogs, cats, snakes, livestock and wildlife. Requires running and lifting of animals (up to approximately 50 lbs.). Requires operating a City vehicle to make on-site visits to apprehend, rescue, and retain animals.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor at Memphis Animal Services to act as an Animal Services Officer via phone and electronic communication. Investigates complaints concerning ordinance violations; answers calls concerning reports of animal bites. Prepares and mails violation notices for complaints and first time offenders. Provides information and assistance to the public. Operates a City phone and computer to respond to calls concerning the need to apprehend unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals. Maintains and completes a variety of daily activity reports. Performs data entry of reports that other employees have submitted. Performs euthanasia as required within the shelter. Assists other personnel in the performance of these duties. Performs all other duties as assigned
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned. Must be available to work on assigned shift including working on second (2nd) shift as needed as a condition of continued employment in this position.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires the use of equipment such as traps, chemical capture gun, nets, catchpoles, etc. Requires the ability to handle animals coming into the shelter such as dogs, cats, snakes, livestock and wildlife. Requires running and lifting of animals (up to approximately 50 lbs.). Requires operating a City vehicle to make on-site visits to apprehend, rescue, and retain animals.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Majority of work is performed indoors. May be exposed to potentially dangerous animals and various types of weather conditions. Involves contact with staff and the general public. Occasionally travels to conduct administrative paperwork and meet court appearances.
REQUIREMENTS:
High School graduate or GED and two (2) years of general work experience, preferably in the animal control or animal care field, including some direct experience working with the public; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Good communication skills and experience working independently preferred. Must possess a valid driver license. Must obtain and maintain a certification as a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician within one year of employment, as a condition of continued employment.
Compensation: $18.00 per hour
MATCHING THE RIGHT TALENT TO THE RIGHT POSITIONS
Comprehensive Staffing, founded in 2015, with the goal of providing excellence in temporary staffing. We infuse all aspects of staffing with a commitment to quality that comes from 35 years of management experience. We share a commitment to our clients and employees alike.
Comprehensive Staffing provides employees to a variety of areas, including warehouse, manufacturing, distribution centers, clerical and medical staffing. Whether you need industrial staffing or medical staffing, you will have a dedicated account manager with the necessary experience to supply your needs.
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