What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Control Officer position at Board of Greene County Commissioners?
The full performance level class works under general supervision & requires considerable knowledge of animal behavior and animal control regulations; responds to citizen requests and patrols assigned area of County for the purpose of enforcing Ohio law regarding the control and licensing of dogs.
Normal Working Hours: First shift; hours and an optional alternative work scheduled will be based on business necessity and operational needs. On call for emergency call outs/occasionally cover other shifts. On-call rotation for after 10pm weekly.
These duties are illustrative only. Incumbents may perform some or all of these duties or other job-related duties as assigned.
Investigates problems and resolves complaints to include nuisance, incident, animal cruelty and neglect. Respond to citizen complaints regarding roaming dogs, stray cats, nuisance wildlife, barking dogs and road kills. Enforce State laws & municipal ordinances pertaining to dog ownership. Issues citations for violations by determining the circumstances that warrant a citation and those that warrant a written or verbal warning. Educate the public on the appropriate care and treatment of animals. Assists with the maintenance of the shelter and vehicles to include cleaning and sanitizing, in compliance with departmental policies & regulations.
Assist with office duties. Answering phones, adoptions, redemptions, dog license sales, questions from citizens regarding animal care, breeds, behavior, etc. and dispatches officers to handle complaints.
Computer operation using the Animal Control software (ARMS) for report writing, research, and preparation for court appearances.
Meetings, training, court appearances and judicial proceedings.
Performs others duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) and 12 mos. of experience handling animals; valid Ohio Driver's License.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the education and/or experience required. Education and Experience may not be substituted for mandated licensure/certification.
POSITION SPECIFIC MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be able to use & maintain firearms.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Certified Euthanasia Technician Certificate**
**Must be able to obtain within 6 months of employment and maintained.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Predictable and regular attendance is required.
Travel may be required.
Subject to rotating shifts and/or week-end work schedules; exposed to weather (e.g. hot, cold, rain, snow), exposed to pet dander, physical violence and infectious animal bites.
Stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.31 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
- Animal handling: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16