Animal Control Officer

City Of Jacksonville Beach • Jacksonville Beach, FL

383d • $36,504 - $47,008

About The Position

The Animal Control Officer is responsible for enforcing ordinances related to animal control within the City of Jacksonville Beach. This role involves patrolling the city, responding to animal-related complaints, and ensuring the welfare of animals through various enforcement actions. The officer works under the supervision of a Police Sergeant and is expected to maintain records, conduct investigations, and appear in court as necessary.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in the care of animals, law enforcement, and dealing with the public.
• A driver's license valid in the State of Florida.
• Must obtain certification by the Florida Animal Control Association within six months of employment.
• Must meet and maintain all department and State training and education requirements for the position.
• General knowledge of the laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the control of dogs and the protection of other animals and fowl.
• General knowledge of the geography of the City.
• General knowledge of the control and handling of dogs and other animals.
• Ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility.
• Ability to recognize rabies symptoms and some knowledge of the methods and procedures to be followed.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public.

Responsibilities

• Routinely patrols the City to observe animal law violations.
• Enforces State and City animal control laws and ordinances.
• Prepares and maintains appropriate records and files.
• Takes into custody and impounds stray and mistreated animals and animals held for evidence.
• Maintains all animals housed in the animal control kennel.
• Responds to calls and investigates complaints.
• Conducts animal bite and cruelty investigations.
• Appears in court/special magistrate as appropriate in cases involving violations of animal-related ordinances.
• Checks dog licenses and inoculation tags and returns animals to owners.
• Delivers unclaimed and diseased animals to animal shelter and delivers injured or sick birds and reptiles to appropriate care facility.
• Operates and maintains animal trap program.
• Cleans animal facility and performs routine maintenance on related equipment.
• Cleans truck and reports necessary maintenance work.
• Writes reports, prepares forms, and orders supplies.
• Responds to emergency calls after hours.
• Performs related tasks as required.

What This Job Offers

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