Humane Services Officer

Winslow, City of•Winslow, AZ

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Humane Services Officer performs routine duties related to animal care and upkeep of the animal shelter, along with other related work. The position is a tentative at-will appointment subject to a six-month probationary period. After successfully completing probation, a non-management employee receives regular status in the classification in which the probationary period was served. The officer receives, captures, handles, and impounds animals; investigates animal-bite reports; provides vaccinations, first aid, medications, and routine care; and arranges veterinary or laboratory transfers when needed. Duties also include humane euthanasia, documenting animal conditions and care, disposing of deceased animals, maintaining the Animal Control Center, and keeping records related to intake, disposition, adoptions, licensing, medical care, and vaccinations. Work is performed in the field and in an office environment, in accordance with City and shelter policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent and some previous experience caring for animals, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Must possess a valid State of Arizona driver’s license.
Must be certified to administer humane euthanasia or obtain certification upon hire.
Knowledge of applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
Knowledge of laws and regulations governing animal licensing, impounding, care, release, destruction, and disposal.
Knowledge of standards, methods, procedures, and equipment used in capturing, impounding, caring for, handling, and treating animals.
Knowledge of animal habits and characteristics, including those of various animal breeds and reptiles.
Knowledge of common animal diseases and related symptoms.
Knowledge of work safety policies, procedures, practices, and equipment.
Skill in interacting tactfully and professionally with City staff, outside agencies, and the public.
Skill in preparing clear and concise reports and maintaining accurate records, logs, and technical documents.
Skill in identifying abnormal animal behavior and symptoms of disease, and handling and caring for animals humanely.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work in the field in all weather conditions and in a standard office environment.
Ability to frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Receive stray, roaming, trapped, and relinquished animals; humanely capture and handle them; and scan impounded animals for owner identifiers.
Investigate animal-bite reports, review rabies vaccination records, and impound unvaccinated biting animals.
Deliver, set, retrieve, and impound animals in traps.
Vaccinate animals upon intake and document medications and treatment provided.
Administer appropriate first aid to injured animals and transfer animals to veterinary hospitals for emergencies or laboratories for testing as needed.
Perform humane euthanasia according to established policies and procedures, and document sick, injured, and diseased animals.
Pick up and properly dispose of dead animals on City streets.
Maintain the Animal Control Center, including washing floors, cleaning dishes and kennels, emptying litter boxes, and cleaning the bathroom and office.
Provide animal care and health evaluations; feed and water animals, treat minor injuries, administer medications, and observe for signs of disease.
Follow City and shelter policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Enter data and maintain records concerning animal intake and disposition, adoptions, licensing, medical care, and vaccinations.
Perform related duties as assigned or required.