ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ASSISTANT

Durham County•Durham, NC

About The Position

The purpose of this job is to provide a variety of specialized administrative and office support to the assigned department or office. This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Requirements

Must be able to follow directives, learn policies and procedures as well as act independently, using sound judgement in both normal and emergency situations
Ability to multi task in a hectic environment
Ability to obtain a working knowledge of federal, state and local laws regarding Animal Services and records
Perform excellent customer service to diverse cliental
Maintain a positive and effective relationship with members of Animal Services and the Sheriff’s Office
Skills in verbal and written communication
Maintain and proper use of office all office equipment
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must possess or be able to possess a North Carolina Drivers license
Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor
Must be a citizen of the United States
All applicants must be able to lift 40 lbs.
You must be able to stand, and/or sit for long periods of time.
Have the ability to stoop, kneel and crouch.
Must become a Certified Rabies Vaccinator (CRV) within 1 year.

Responsibilities

Responsible for greeting and assisting members of Law Enforcement, other government agencies and the public when they enter the Animal Service Office and by phone.
This position will have you working very closely with dogs and cats of all types in a small area for administering rabies vaccines.
Understanding animal behavior is crucial.
Ability to follow OSHA standards for a safe and clean establishment, and usage of sharps.
Must be able to retain animal laws to educate the public and to understand the Scope of Service of the Sheriff’s Office Animal Services Division.
Accurately and efficiently enter data from various sources into record management systems.
Collecting money and balancing reports.
Assist members of the Public with Animal Enforcement related questions and issuance of Domestic Animal Trap permits.
Ability to assist citizens with locating animal related information and literature from the Animal Services Office.
Perform any other duties assigned by the Animal Services Supervisor.
Work as a cohesive team member to accomplish goals and objectives of the Animal Service Division.