What are the responsibilities and job description for the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER position at Palm Beach County?
Performs specialized field work patrolling the County, enforcing County animal ordinances and State statutes. Responds to complaints concerning animals running at large, cruelty to animals, injured animals and animals creating a nuisance; conducts investigations and prepares related reports. Assists co-workers with handling and catching aggressive, possibly dangerous, injured and/or rabid animals in the field or at the shelter; performs animal euthanasia.
Qualifications
Associate's Degree or minimum of 60-semester hours in Animal/Health Science. Equivalency: Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of three (3) years of experience working with animals.
Necessary Special Requirements: Must obtain and maintain Florida Animal Control Association (FACA) Animal Control Officer and Euthanasia Technician certifications within six (6) months of hire.
PREFERENCE FOR: Two (2) or more years of experience working with animals and/or as an Animal Control Officer (must specify on application); current valid FACA Animal Control Officer Certification (must specify on application); Euthanasia Technician Certification (must specify on application); Chemical Capture/Immobilization Certification (must specify on application).
NOTE: It is not necessary to submit another application for this position if you applied 6/10-21/24, 7/1/24 - 8/2/24 or 11/12/24 - 12/6/24.
Must be able to lift 100 pounds. Valid Florida Driver's License and PBC Risk Management Department driving history approval prior to appointment. Respiratory screen/chest x-ray required for selected candidate.
Will be required to complete a "Willingness to Work" Acknowledgment with application. Selected candidate must successfully complete the pre-exposure rabies treatment/vaccination.