Animal Law Enforcement Recruit

Humane Society Pikes Peak Region•Centennial, CO

About The Position

Looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial in the colorful State of Colorado. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We are an organization that celebrates and prioritizes diversity and inclusion. HSPPR welcomes you to apply for this exciting opportunity at our socially conscious organization. Job Summary The Animal Law Enforcement Officer Recruit will actively pursue the knowledge and skills that will enable the employee to perform the duties and responsibilities of an Animal Law Enforcement Officer I. Must be able to perform the key duties and responsibilities of an Animal Law Enforcement Officer I at the end of the training period and meet the requirements to be promoted to ALE Officer Level I.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen
At least 21 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Valid Colorado Driver's License and insurable driving record
Have no convictions for felonies or crimes of moral turpitude
Pass a drug test, basic physical fitness test, hearing and eye exam (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception)
Pass various qualifying exams and background investigations
Successful completion of ALE Training academy (academic and field training)
Eligibility for commission as an Agent for the Colorado Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Animal Protection

Responsibilities

Complies with all Animal Law Enforcement policies and procedures and training guidelines
Actively participates and meets or exceeds the requirements of the Animal Law Enforcement Officer Training Program
Attend and actively participate in the ALE Academic courses and Field Training phase of the academy as outlined in the ALE Training Academy schedule
Maintains good attendance throughout the ALE Academy
Demonstrates the ability to receive and apply constructive feedback
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, customers, and citizens
Performs administrative duties as assigned
Represents Animal Law Enforcement and the contracted jurisdictions in a professional and courteous manner at all times
Promptly reports violations of policy and procedure and/or conduct unbecoming to Division and/or Department Leadership
Maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times
Resolves conflict while promoting a responsible community where animals are inherently valued and owners are committed to their pets
Ability to perform under stress and perform physical abilities consistent with Animal Law Enforcement duties
Speaks English clearly and converses effectively with persons of divergent ethnic, cultural and educational backgrounds. Projects voice clearly and forcefully when necessary while under personal stress
Ability to prepare written reports, memos, citations, activity logs, etc. This includes the documentation of own observations and actions; and statements of victims, witnesses, and suspects. Writes legibly using acceptable grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with peers, supervisors, and the public. Maintains control over situations and appropriately handles conflict
Ability to apply reason and logic rapidly in a legally correct manner when under physical, emotional, and intellectual stress. Comprehends and processes new information quickly and accurately. Retains relevant information
Ability to identify a variety of domestic animals and effectively manage their behaviors including working in direct contact with aggressive and injured animals
Other duties and tasks as assigned by the Department and/or Divisional Leadership