Animal Services Officer II

Animal Control Investigator

Responsible for the investigation of all complaints of stray animals / disturbances, issuing of warnings and / or citations for violations of the Pulaski County Animal Control Ordinance, and apprehension and impounding of stray animals; responsible for the investigation of suspected animal cruelty, abuse, and neglect and assistance in the enforcement of the animal cruelty law.

• Receives calls from the public reporting suspected animal cruelty or abuse.
• Investigates reported animal neglect, cruelty, or abuse cases by field investigation, interviewing of owners and witnesses, and inspection of animals.
• Researches records from public agencies, property records, PAGIS mapping system, etc. to attempt to identify animal ownership as necessary.
• Completes reports summarizing conditions found and determination of abuse; discusses results with the animal owner.
• Confers with supervisor to determine if a case will be submitted to Prosecuting Attorney's Office for prosecution.
• Explains animal cruelty law to the public; explains cases required for domestic animals and livestock.
• Performs follow-up inspections to ensure animal care instructions have been followed.
• Conducts on-site investigations concerning complaints and violations of the Pulaski County Animal Service Ordinance.
• Issues warning and / or citations to citizens for violations of the ordinance.
• Apprehends stray animals or animals who have bitten someone by using a trap or snare pole as needed; uses a tranquilizer gun, if necessary, to subdue the animal.
• Conducts quarantine impoundments and follow-up observation; relays information concerning the status of animals to bite victims and medical staff.
• Completes daily reports for each investigation made describing the location, complaint, and action taken; submits to supervisor.
• Explains the animal control ordinance, animal cruelty statute, and all applicable regulations governing the ownership and care of pets to the public.
• Picks up dead animals utilizing appropriate safety and disposal methods.
• Cleans and inspects vehicles for proper working order on a regular basis.
• Testifies in court when needed concerning animal cruelty cases, citations issued, violations of the ordinance, or other related issues as needed.
• Documents usage of tranquilizer drugs; reports documentation of usage to the provider of chemical capture drugs; maintains usage documentation records and attaches documentation to animal call response report.
• Serves as an animal care technician ensuring the welfare and proper care of animals within the shelter facility; provides food and water and any additional care required.
• Cleans kennels and surrounding work areas within the shelter in accordance with proper disease control requirements; maintains supplies and equipment in a sanitary condition.
• Assists in performing euthanasia of animals in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and animal control ordinances.