Animal Control Officer

BACKGROUND IMPACTING POSTION: The City of Stafford is widely recognized as the largest city in Texas which does not assess a city property tax. The majority of city funds are derived from the city sales tax. The City Council has emphasized the responsible use of city funds and resources. The city has a solid goal of living within its' means to which it is committed. The prudent administration of all budgetary matters, proper utilization of funds and resources by every Department is a critical component of preserving the City's strong fiscal status. This position is a key employee in that pursuit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Patrol the city in a radio equipped vehicle, answer calls for service and the enforcement of city, county and state laws, look for stray animals, conduct both preliminary and follow up investigations on all animal related activities
• Enforce laws and ordinances involving Animal Control regulations, including issuing citations and testifying in city and municipal court hearings.
• Responsible for maintaining the website and database by updating animal information and photographs accurately
• Respond to complaints regarding Animal Control and properly follow procedures to alleviate the nuisance and issues safely
• Investigate and generate cruelty investigations by following proper procedure and legal actions, including seizures of animals, cruelty reports, municipal court hearings, etc.
• Euthanize animals humanely by following proper protocol and health requirements.
• Communicate with the public and other personnel on a daily basis in a professional and informative matter.
• Respond to after-hour emergency calls on a regular basis.
• Safely pursue and capture aggressive and dangerous animals by following procedure on a daily basis.
• Assist other departments with Animal Control issues.
• Enforce the safety of the public regarding Zoonosis Control (Rabies). This includes bite reports, quarantine, and decapitating possible rabid animals for laboratory testing.
• Write and maintain proper reports and compliance letters regarding Animal Control. File, organize, and distribute paperwork independently.
  
  

Contributes to the overall success of the department by performing other essential duties as assigned

• Subject to 24- hour recall: The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime including during emergency situations (defined as any natural or man-made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel or citizens). In the event of an emergency and/or a required evacuation, the incumbent may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from those performed in the normal course and scope of the position.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: To perform in this position successfully, and individual(s) must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. At time of application and duration of

• Applicable Federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and/or ordinances.
• Basic inspection principles, practices, and procedures.
• Code enforcement techniques.
• Customer service principles.
• Safety principles and safe work practices.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Modern office technology and equipment.
• Preparing reports, logs, and activity documentation.
  
  

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification/Licensure): The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, and two (2) years of related experience in assigned area of responsibility; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Animal Control Officer Certification
• Applicable Certifications for Euthanizing and Tranquilizing Animals
  
  

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Positions in this class typically require balancing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: 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.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, work- space restrictions, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment.

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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