What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Control Deputy Officer position at Gloucester County?
Hiring Salary: $42,854 Depending on Qualifications
Are you filled with a fierce passion for animal welfare and eager to create a profound, positive change in our community? We invite you to step forward and join our dedicated team as an Animal Control Deputy Officer, where your heart and commitment can genuinely make a difference!
Under general supervision, the Animal Control Deputy Officer performs skilled law enforcement work for the County in the enforcement of all state and local ordinances related to control of animals and operation of an animal shelter. Employee must exercise independent judgment and initiative in ensuring proper care for animals; exercise tact, courtesy and firmness in frequent contact with animal owners and general public and be able to perform monthly on-call duty assignments. Reports to Chief Animal Control Officer.
- Responds to inquiries for assistance during the course of regular duty; responds to emergency calls and appropriate related requests after work hours, weekends, and holidays while performing on-call duty.
- Patrols the County, monitors radio calls, and inspects troublesome areas.
- Sets traps or by other means captures and confines stray, diseased or dangerous animals, including domestic, wild animals, livestock, and fowl.
- Euthanizes vicious, injured, or diseased and unclaimed animals utilizing humane methods.
- Investigates cases of animal bites, cruelty to animals, abandonment, rabies, stolen dogs, shooting of animals, and livestock and poultry kills.
- Assists in cleaning and maintenance of County Animal Shelter.
- Prepares required daily casework documentation and other related reports; enters data in computer.
- Maintains files and records on dog licenses, lost dogs, animals housed at the County Animal Shelter, and adoptions.
- Assists the public in searches for lost pets; provides information and counseling to animal owners regarding provisions of the law.
- Assists in preparing and conducting public awareness/education programs pertaining to pet and animal care, rabies vaccinations, etc.
- Assists in performing research on animal control matters.
- Unloads and stores supplies such as feed, disinfectants, drugs, and equipment.
- Attend required training and maintains certifications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
For a complete job description: Animal Control Deputy Officer
For any questions, please contact Human Resources; not Animal Control.
- Possession of a high school diploma/GED.
- Minimum of two (2) years of related training and/or work experience.
To be considered for this position, your online application must include your resume and three (3) professional references.
Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.
- Be a minimum of 21 years of age.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.
- Pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical examination; employee is subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure he/she meets job-related physical requirements.
- In accordance with State of Virginia regulations successful completion of the Police Academy Animal Control Training School within one year of employment is required. Animal Control Deputy Officer Training School within one year of employment is required.
- Certify and annually renew firearms handling certification, Aerosol Weapons Oleoresin Capsicum (OC- Pepper Spray) and Expandable Baton (ASP) training courses.
Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace
OUR Community: Gloucester County
Salary : $42,854
