Animal Control Specialist

Job Summary: This role is responsible for performing various animal control, shelter care, and city code enforcement tasks. The Animal Care/Shelter Attendant will assist the Animal Control Supervisor and cater to the current needs of the shelter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Feed and water animals daily.
• Ensure all shelter areas are cleaned and disinfected daily, adhering to established disease control procedures.
• Report any animal health or behavior abnormalities to the supervisor immediately.
• Collaborate effectively with others.
• Complete all required paperwork and reports.
• Wash bedding, towels, and equipment as needed.
• Restock cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Maintain organized work areas.
• Respond to service requests or assistance.
• Investigate animal-related reports or complaints, taking appropriate action.
• Attend meetings, address questions and complaints, and provide public education on animal control.
• Practice positive interaction and communication.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with animals and animal behavior.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license.
• At least 18 years old.
• No felony convictions in Arizona or convictions that would be felonies in Arizona.
• Good moral character and pass a background check.
• Ability to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Occasional travel.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with City, County, and State laws governing animal control enforcement.
• Understanding of procedures for dealing with the public in a tactful but firm manner.
• Proficiency in using computers.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions independently.
• Capacity to clean and maintain an animal shelter.
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain efficient record-keeping systems.
• Capacity to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work with various animal types.

Physical Demands:

Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally. Required physical abilities include balancing, crawling, crouching, handling, listening, kneeling, lifting, pulling, talking, seeing, and walking.

Work Environment:

This role requires working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.