ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

City of Coffeyville • Coffeyville, KS

3d

About The Position

To enforce City animal control laws, ordinances and regulations; to ensure the proper care of animals confined in the shelter; and to assist the public in reclaiming lost animals and in adoption procedures.

Requirements

• Principles and procedures of animal control, care and maintenance
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Basic methods of animal collection and impoundment.
• Methods and techniques of report preparation.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Procedures, methods and techniques of record keeping.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work.
• Euthanasia techniques and procedures.
• Operations, services and activities of the City.
• Enforce animal regulations.
• Interpret and apply laws and regulations of the City related to animal control.
• Perform a variety of animal control activities.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Maintain an efficient record keeping system.
• Utilize proper handling and impounding techniques.
• Operate a variety of animal control equipment.
• Analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Participate in public presentations as assigned.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Identify and respond to community and City Commission issues, concerns and needs.
• Act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations of the Police Department.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce departmental polices and procedures.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following: walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time lifting and/or carrying objects over 45 pounds traveling to various work locations climbing ladders bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling or standing for extended periods of time. operating assigned equipment
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: making observations communicating with others reading and writing operating assigned equipment and vehicles answering questions speaking in a clear and audible voice traveling to various work location. effectively working with numbers.
• Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of: making sound decisions and using sound judgment communicating clearly responding to questions evaluating various options and alternatives and choosing an appropriate and reasonable course of action
• Effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve:: working with the public working closely with animals exposure to dirt and dust dangerous animals working under harsh weather conditions high level of noise potentially dangerous equipment and machinery
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid State of Kansas Drivers License

Responsibilities

• Search for stray animals, livestock and wildlife; pick up dead, injured or dangerous animals; deliver and set live animal traps.
• Report and assist in investigation of crimes of animal abuse or endangerment; gather and preserve evidence; interview victims, complainants and witnesses; present evidence and testify in court.
• Enforce City animal control laws, ordinances and regulations; issue warnings or citations as required; appear in court to testify regarding animal control cases.
• Respond to general public service calls and complaints concerning animal problems or violations of animal control ordinances; take appropriate action; including animals running at large, property damages, abuse or bites.
• Coordinate a public relations program in order to foster public awareness of ordinances regarding animal control and humane treatment of animals.
• Maintain and care for the City animal shelter; feed and house animals at the shelter; clean animal cages; perform adoption procedures for animals; euthanize injured or unwanted animals.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports; prepare written reports and records of daily activities; maintain records and filed of the animal shelter and the animals housed; log all incidents concerning animal control.
• Maintain equipment in proper working condition; clean equipment as necessary.
• Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential ordinance enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public; take an active role in areas of public education relative to population control of animals, treatment of animals.
• Make public presentations as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED