Animal Services Officer -Animal Services
About The Position
Enforces Texas rabies control law and County animal control ordinances; issues citations if necessary. On-call 24/7 to make sure all emergency situations are handled in a timely manner. Investigates citizen complaints regarding injured animals or emergency situations; responds to calls regarding animal bites, injured animals or emergency situation; traps animals and delivers to kennel facilities. Maintains trucks as needed. Euthanize animals when necessary. Assists Director and Assistant Director with situations that are not common in every day work. Files reports as required; collects fees and makes change. Recommends equipment expenditures. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- No previous experience required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials
- Strong organizational skills
- Basic animal control education
- Valid Texas Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- 1 year Animal Services Officer experience preferred
- Euthanasia Training by State Health Department completed within one year of employment
Responsibilities
- Enforces Texas rabies control law and County animal control ordinances
- Issues citations if necessary
- On-call 24/7 for emergency situations
- Investigates citizen complaints regarding injured animals or emergency situations
- Responds to calls regarding animal bites, injured animals or emergency situations
- Traps animals and delivers to kennel facilities
- Maintains trucks as needed
- Euthanizes animals when necessary
- Assists Director and Assistant Director with complex situations
- Files reports as required
- Collects fees and makes change
- Recommends equipment expenditures
- Participates in emergency management activities during a local state of disaster
Benefits
- Members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS)
- Wide range of great benefits for full-time employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
