Animal Control Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION : ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

$22.8182 to $28.2675 per hour, generous benefits package, including 14% agency contribution to retirement. (Unbenefited position during training). Minimum age requirement : 18 years of age. (APPLY ONLINE OR IN PERSON) 9777 Seaaca Street. Downey, CA 90241. For a full job description visit us at Seaaca.org / Employment.

DEFINITION :

A Limited Law Enforcement Officer, under the direct supervision of Corporal and Sr. Animal Control Officers.  Performs tasks related to enforcing city and state ordinances regarding the care and treatment of all types of animals, wild and domestic, dead or alive. Educates the community about stray or vicious animals and related diseases; captures, impounds, relocates, and when necessary, disposes of animals; and maintains records. Investigates animal bite cases and animal complaints; issue citations.  Prepares reports as applicable. Testify in court as directed.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

• Impounds of dogs at large and in violation of City ordinances. Impounds domestic and wild animals in response to citizen and government agency requests for service.
• Investigates citizen complaints and requests from government agencies regarding violations of city and state ordinances regarding the proper care and control of animals.
• Issues verbal warnings, written warnings, or citations for ordinance violations, when appropriate.
• Responds to emergency complaints such as animal bites, animal cruelty, control of poisonous or dangerous animals, and other incidents.
• Prepares reports of incidents including animal bites, animal cruelty, vicious dogs, and other incidents, often to be used in court prosecution.
• Assists law enforcement or other agencies upon request with animal problems.
• Maintains an accurate daily log of activities performed.
• Prepares to impound records for each animal impounded. Performs animal license record verifications to contact and locate owners of animals with identification.
• Educates the public on responsible pet ownership and the ordinances regarding animals.
• Transports injured or sick animals for needed veterinary treatment as appropriate.
• Maintains a sanitized and appropriately stocked vehicle for the performance of duties.
• Maintains certification for and performs euthanasia as necessary.
• Processes monetary transactions for provided services.
• Delivers correspondence and citations to city halls and courts.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EXAMINATIONS :

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

PHYSICAL CLASSIFICATIONS / ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

ABILITY TO :

Learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations; communicate effectively orally and in writing; maintain self-control and a positive attitude when confronted with irate persons and be able to reasonably handle aggravated situations created by uncooperative individuals or groups; follow verbal and written instruction; possess report writing skills and can independently execute written and verbal directives.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Working hours and days off are rotated. Hours may be for various durations, however, normally do not exceed eighty (80) hours in any two weeks. Positions in this classification are required to be adaptable to day or night shifts and to work a variety of hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The schedule includes work on holidays and weekends as well as day, night, and graveyard shifts.

Continuously, sit at a desk or drive agency vehicles for long periods; intermittently twist to reach for equipment or supplies; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use computer keyboards daily; walk, bending, stooping, and reaching to access materials and equipment; intermittently lift and carry boxes and / or animals weighing up to 75 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The Physical demands described herein are representative of that what must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION :

The initial appointment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a physical examination; drug screening, Live Scan background check, and verification of identity and right to work in the United States.  Hiring is contingent on the selected candidate passing a background check before a formal offer can be extended.

EXAM / SELECTION PROCESS :

Following the review of each application, the best-qualified candidates will be invited to appear for an examination(s).  The person selected will be expected to perform all the functions of the position. Based on a review of the applications received, the candidates appearing to be the most qualified and meeting SEAACA’s particular needs will be invited in writing to the exam process.  Selected candidate(s) must complete a background investigation and physical examination which includes drug testing.  At the time of appointment, the employee must have required proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Furthermore, applicant understands they must perform shift work as assigned, including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and standby duty.

Working hours and days off are rotated.  Hours may be for various durations, however, normally do not exceed eighty (80) hours in any two weeks.  Positions in this classification are required to be adaptable to day or night shifts and to work a variety of hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The schedule includes work on holidays and weekends as well as day, night, and graveyard shifts.

SEAACA

9777 Seaaca Street

Downey, CA 90241

The position will remain open until closed.

Southeast Area Animal Control Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

Office Hours : Tuesday-Saturday 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. Except Thursdays, Open from 9 : 00 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m.