Humane Enforcement Officer - Moloka'i

Maui Humane Society • Kaunakakai, HI

10d • $24 - $26

About The Position

Maui Humane Society is seeking a Humane Enforcement Officer (HEO) for Moloka'i. The role responds to stray-dog animal-control requests and investigates animal-care concerns in accordance with local and state laws. The officer also provides daily care to dogs in holding kennels, including medications, food, water, bedding, toys, and treats, as well as substantial cleaning. Humane enforcement operates 24/7/365, and this position requires working nights, weekends, and holidays. The work is performed with a team and training.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have an active, valid driver's license and be eligible for coverage under Maui Humane Society insurance.
• Have strong customer-service communication skills for interactions both externally and internally.
• Be comfortable interacting with all types of animals and able to observe and document animal behavior.
• Be able to assess factual information and present it effectively in volatile situations.
• Be able to use radios, telephones, and computer systems and communicate clearly.
• Be able to efficiently use different computer programs.
• Be physically able to crouch, stand, squat, lift 50 pounds, and remain in almost constant motion for eight hours.
• Be able to capture and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and species; walk and run varying distances; climb objects; crawl or drag oneself into or under tight spaces; and wade and swim in varying water conditions.
• Work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Fear Free Certification.
• Law enforcement experience.
• Animal humane enforcement experience.
• Professional dog-handling experience.
• Experience with animals with medical or behavioral needs.
• Experience with shelter software; PetPoint is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for service, including stray-dog animal-control requests.
• Investigate complaints and animal-care concerns in accordance with local and state laws.
• Provide community education and enforcement services related to animal care and control.
• Provide daily care to dogs in holding kennels, including medications, food, water, bedding, toys, and treats.
• Clean holding kennels.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits at no cost to the employee.
• Other benefits at low cost.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Performance pay raises.
• Regular supportive feedback.
• Career growth.
• Training in animal welfare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed