Animal Control Officer - Health

Sedgwick County•Wichita, KS

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About The Position

The Animal Control Officer protects the public from disease or injury caused by animals and protects animals from improper use, abuse, neglect, or inhumane treatment. The position enforces county municipal codes, captures stray animals, returns animals to owners, removes dead animals, and promotes responsible pet ownership through education. The role may involve encounters with hostile or emotionally charged individuals and exposure to pests, vermin, and other hazards. The employee may deploy to the field as a responder or in a leadership position during public health emergencies. The work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The employee may work more than 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends, and participates in a 24/7 on-call rotation. Pay is $19.73 per hour. Sedgwick County offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience in the humane and proper handling of animals or related experience.
One year of experience interacting with the public.
Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver's license and current proof of automobile insurance.
Complete FEMA IS 100, 200, and 700 courses within 30 days of employment.
Have or complete animal and basic human first aid, human CPR, and AED training within the first six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct experience working in animal control or city or county code enforcement.
Associate's degree in Animal Sciences, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
National Animal Control Association or National Animal Cruelty Investigation School certification.

Responsibilities

Capture animals running at large in unincorporated areas of Sedgwick County, including second- and third-class contract cities.
Transport animals to the shelter for identification and admission.
Prepare and maintain admission records for animals admitted to the Wichita Animal Shelter.
Return owned animals to residents when applicable.
Contain stray livestock and determine ownership.
Seize or transport livestock to a holding or boarding facility until ownership is determined, when necessary.
Provide emergency medical care to injured animals.
Transport animals to a veterinarian or emergency animal hospital when applicable.
Enforce county municipal animal codes through warnings and citations.
Attend court hearings and testify regarding violations of county animal code.
Educate the public about county animal code ordinances and animal ownership.
Participate in the 24/7 on-call rotation for animal emergencies.
Use animal control software to record service calls, shelter intake, vaccination information, animal license requirements, bite investigations, resident history, and animal history.
Document service calls and resident interactions accurately.
Complete live-trap deposits and receipts for live or deceased animal transports.
Maintain the animal control vehicle and equipment.
Perform animal control dispatcher duties as assigned.
Assist internal and external customers by identifying needs, clarifying information, researching issues, providing information, or transferring calls as needed.
Schedule and send reminders for job-related customer needs.
Manage email inboxes and faxes, and monitor and respond to requests.
Prepare outreach materials and attend events.
Assist the Animal Control Supervisor with administrative tasks as assigned.