Animal Control Officer

1 month ago

Clinton, United States Anderson County Government Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Animal Control Officer

Department: Animal Care and Control

Reports To: Animal Control Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hourly Pay: $15.00 to $16.50


ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

  • Apprehends, processes, and impounds lost, injured, or abandoned animals.
  • Responds to complaints and calls concerning loose, stray, and sick animals.
  • Checks and verifies animals for proof of rabies vaccination.
  • Completes and maintains logs, records, and reports associated with animal control duties.
  • Acts as liaison with the county shelter agent.
  • Drives and operates animal control vehicles.
  • Prepares and implements programs and public relations activities to encourage animal adoptions, etc.
  • Assists the shelter staff in times of need with cleaning the facility, care of animals, or transport of animals to adoption sites, veterinarian appointments, rescue or adoption agencies, etc.
  • Performs related duties as required.

NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

Graduated from an accredited high school. At least 2 years of previous experience in animal control is highly preferred. Training in the field is encouraged. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills; dedicated attention to detail; or any equivalent combination of education or experience to provide the following knowledge, ability, and skills:

  • Ability to interact with the public and other employees in a professional manner.
  • Ability to pick up animals in a safe and effective manner and transport them to the shelter.
  • Understanding of the protocols and rules associated with the assigned tasks.
  • Ability to lift and carry animals and other equipment.
  • Ability to work indoor and outdoor and in all weather types.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Possession of a valid Tennessee Driver's License.
  • Animal Control Officer Certification (acquire within 1 year of employment).
  • Level 1 and 2 National Animal Control Association Training (acquire within 1 year of employment).
  • Euthanasia Certification (acquire within 1 year of employment).

We are looking for people who:

  • Find creative problem solving of technical challenges fulfilling and challenging.
  • An A+ team player.
  • Are self-motivated and eager to learn.
  • Uphold the utmost confidentiality.
  • Possess organization skills that lends to the need for detail specific form completion.
  • Thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment and are comfortable dealing with fast pace environment.
  • Have a clear, professional and informative communication style.

WHO WILL LOVE THIS JOB:

  • You are energized by interacting with and helping people. You know that everyone has trouble sometimes, and seek to empower and educate customers.
  • You bring solutions to the table, not just problems.
  • You're comfortable with a little chaos and uncertainty. We move fast and sometimes decisions are made without all of the information.

NECCESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Possession of a valid Tennessee Driver's License (Class D) and the ability to be insured at standard vehicle liability rates.

What is in it for you?

  • County Paid Benefits
    • FREE Short Term Disability
    • FREE Life Insurance
    • FREE Onsite Health Clinic (with the purchase of medical coverage)
    • FREE Employee Only Basic Dental Plan
    • FREE Telehealth: medical and behavioral
    • FREE Employee Assistance Program
  • County Share Payment of Benefits
    • Medical / Behavioral / Prescription
    • Vision / Dental (buy-up and family plan)
    • State Defined Retirement
  • Voluntary Benefit Options
    • Accident
    • Critical Care / Cancer
    • Long Term Disability
    • Pet Insurance
    • 401k (Roth plan available)and 457b Retirement
  • Personal Time Off
    • Sick
    • Personal
    • Vacation
  • County Provided Uniforms

Anderson County Government is an equal opportunity employer. Is it the policy of Anderson County to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, statues with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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