Animal Services Officer

City of Memphis•Memphis, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor at Memphis Animal Services to apprehend, rescue and retain unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals for the protection of citizens. Investigates complaints concerning ordinance violations; answers calls concerning reports of animal bites. Assists in the training of new personnel. Performs euthanasia as required, both within the shelter and in the field. Provides information and assistance to the public. Operates a City vehicle to respond to calls concerning the need to apprehend unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals. Makes court appearances related to citations and warrants issued and to apprehend animals. Acts as liaison with the Memphis Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Internal Revenue Services (IRS). Maintains and completes a variety of daily activity reports. Assists other personnel in the performance of these duties.

Requirements

Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must be able to operate a City vehicle.
Must be able to make court appearances.
Must be able to maintain and complete daily activity reports.

Responsibilities

Apprehend, rescue and retain unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals for the protection of citizens.
Investigate complaints concerning ordinance violations.
Answer calls concerning reports of animal bites.
Assist in the training of new personnel.
Perform euthanasia as required, both within the shelter and in the field.
Provide information and assistance to the public.
Operate a City vehicle to respond to calls concerning the need to apprehend unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals.
Make court appearances related to citations and warrants issued and to apprehend animals.
Act as liaison with the Memphis Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Internal Revenue Services (IRS).
Maintain and complete a variety of daily activity reports.
Assist other personnel in the performance of these duties.