Animal Care and Control Dispatcher

City of Fort Wayne • Fort Wayne, IN

30d • $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference in Fort Wayne – Become an Animal Care & Control Dispatcher! Position: Dispatcher Department: Animal Care & Control Pay: $26.61/hour Schedule: 40 hours per week (hours vary by shift) Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Affairs, Animal Science, Finance, English, Psychology, or related field OR 2 years of 911 dispatch experience
• One year of multi-tasking recordkeeping experience
• Ability to read/interpret city/state laws, write detailed reports, and handle confidential data
• Valid Indiana Driver's License and ability to obtain Spillman certification within 6 months

Responsibilities

• Answer and investigate citizen complaints both in person and over the phone
• Dispatch Animal Control Officers using police dispatch equipment and confidential databases
• Investigate animal bites, enforce city ordinances, and prepare legal documents for court
• Process animal intake and redemption, ensuring safety for staff, animals, and the public
• Maintain accurate documentation and records using agency databases, mapping software, and Microsoft Office
• Coordinate with local police, fire, Board of Health, and other agencies as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees