Animal Control Officer

Liberty County Board of Commissioners•Hinesville, GA

15h

About The Position

The Liberty County Board of Commissioners is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Animal Control Officer with Liberty County Animal Services. This position is responsible for enforcing various City/County ordinances and State laws pertaining to animal care and treatment, retrieves animals that are sick, injured, vicious, or non-restrained, and performs other duties attributable to the overall functionality of the division.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
More than two (2) years of related experience required.
Possession of a valid Georgia Class C driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Possession of or ability to obtain Animal Control Officer 1 (ACO 1) certification within one year.
Knowledge of relevant animal care and treatment, as well as county and state laws and ordinances.
Knowledge of animal rescue procedures.
Knowledge of euthanasia and carcass disposal.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of county and city geographic areas.
Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in animal handling.
Skill in maintaining records and reports.
Skill in interpreting and applying applicable regulations.
Skill in conducting investigations.
Skill in operating tranquilizer rifles and animal catch equipment.
Local ordinances; state and federal laws pertaining to animal care and control.
Animal shelter medical practices.
Pet breed identification; traits; and behavior.
Computers and job-related software programs
Evidence collection and documentation procedures.
Oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

Answers telephone calls and records complaints related to animal welfare.
Retrieves animals that are sick, injured, vicious, or non-restrained.
Provides care to animals in distress.
Investigates complaints of neglected animals and/or cruelty to animals in accordance with code of ordinances and Georgia State laws. Issues citations as necessary.
Reports animal mistreatment to Deputy Director or Law Enforcement.
Removes animals from inhumane conditions and transports them to the Liberty County Animal Control Shelter and/or receiving areas for care and treatment.
Observes and surveys areas of alleged violators and conducts interviews with witnesses to determine if laws are being violated.
Performs routine maintenance on daily basis on the county vehicles as well as cleaning, washing, and fueling.
Performs euthanasia duties to include preparing the animal carcass for disposal.
Keeps records and prepares reports.
Performs public speaking duties at events and local schools to explain animal control duties and activities.
Testifies against violators in the court of law.
On call duties after hours.
Assists law enforcement with animal related cases.
Checks living conditions of animals involved in court cases.
Networks with different agencies to rescue animals.
Assists Kennel Technicians on cleanliness duties.
Performs related duties.