Animal Resource Officer I - Animal Center Department - City of Fresno

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board•Fresno, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fresno Animal Center department is offering exciting opportunities in the animal care field. The Animal Resource Officer I is an entry-level classification under close supervision. Incumbents must demonstrate initiative, tact, and sensitivity in the humane treatment and handling of animals and must be able to communicate effectively with diverse groups within the city. This role serves as an educator, advocate, and first responder in situations involving animals, promoting positive human-animal relationships.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, at time of appointment AND One (1) year of experience in the care and handling of various domestic, agricultural or wild animals in an animal-centric setting. Private pet ownership is not a qualifying experience.
High school diploma or GED equivalent, at time of appointment. AND One (1) year of work experience which involved a substantial amount of public contact.
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver’s License is required during the entire term of employment.
A valid Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP), issued by the Veterinary Medical Board of the State of California, may be required upon direction of the appointing authority.
Within one (1) year of appointment, incumbents will be required to complete Euthanasia Training consistent with California Code of Regulations, Title 16, Section 2039.
Within one (1) year of appointment, incumbents will be required to obtain and maintain a State of California Penal Code Section 832 Laws of Arrest certification.

Nice To Haves

Reliable individuals with strong communication skills, a commitment to customer service, and a focus on safety.
Dependable, people-oriented, and interested in representing your community in a temporary capacity.

Responsibilities

Engaging with the community by providing information and resources to residents regarding pet care, licensing, spay and neuter programs and responsible pet ownership.
Explaining and enforcing laws and ordinances including issuing warnings and citations related to the treatment, control, and licensing of animals.
Serve as an educator, advocate and first responder in situations involving animals.
Promote positive human-animal relationships.
Operation of two-way radio, cellular devices, and other equipment to maintain activity logs and respond to calls from dispatch or request calls for assistance to effectively conduct animal control services in designated City areas.
Prepare reports and work with corresponding agencies.
May administer first aid and emergency treatment for animals.
Respond to complaints regarding stray, vicious, injured or deceased animals and animal bites.