What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care and Control Officer -3 (Licensed: Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician-CAET) position at MDA Edge?
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Apply now to become an Animal Care and Control Officer 3 and join a dedicated team committed to animal welfare and community safety. Your passion and skills can make a real difference! What You'll Do
Key Qualities:
Apply now to become an Animal Care and Control Officer 3 and join a dedicated team committed to animal welfare and community safety. Your passion and skills can make a real difference! What You'll Do
- Lead and Mentor: Serve as the lead Animal Control Officer by training, coaching, and scheduling Animal Control Officers 1 and 2.
- Patrol and Respond: Patrol assigned areas in Nashville-Davidson County, respond to calls for assistance, and rescue animals in need.
- Investigate and Enforce: Investigate allegations of animal cruelty, apprehend stray animals, and enforce local and state animal control laws.
- Rescue and Care: Transport injured or ill animals to shelters and veterinarians, perform field euthanasia when necessary, and ensure humane treatment of all animals.
- Community Engagement: Educate the public on animal control safety and health issues, and participate in outreach and liaison programs.
- Documentation and Legal Support: Prepare investigative reports and legal documents, and testify in court as needed.
- Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact the welfare of animals and the safety of the community.
- Team Environment: Collaborate with shelter managers and staff in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
- Professional Growth: Face challenging situations, initiate projects to improve workflow efficiency, and develop your skills in animal care and control.
- Compassionate Attitude: Promote a caring and humane approach toward all animals at all times.
- Knowledgeable: Demonstrate understanding of basic animal care standards, safe handling procedures, and the proper use of equipment.
- Reliable: Regular, dependable, and predictable attendance is essential.
- Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET)
Must hold or obtain CAET certification within six months of hire.
- Driver's License and Vehicle Requirements
Valid Class D driver's license, access to a personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee law. - Pre-Exposure Rabies Vaccinations
Must receive vaccinations before starting field duties.
- Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET) – or eligible to obtain within 6 months
- Valid Class D driver's license
- Pre-exposure rabies vaccinations
- Animal Handling: Proficient in the safe and humane handling of animals
- Law Enforcement: Knowledge of animal control laws and ability to enforce them
- Emergency Response: Ability to manage animal-related emergencies and provide first aid
- Customer Service: Strong communication and interpersonal skills for public interaction
Key Qualities:
- Empathy and Compassion: A genuine love for animals and a commitment to treating them with care and respect.
- Strong Communication Skills: Able to communicate effectively with the public, colleagues, and partner agencies.
- Problem-Solving Abilities: Quick thinker with the ability to handle challenging situations involving animals.
- Physical Capability: Able to meet the physical demands of capturing, restraining, and transporting animals.
- Animal Handling Expertise: Experience with domestic and wild animals.
- Legal Knowledge: Familiar with local and state animal control laws.
- Investigative Ability: Skilled in investigating cruelty cases and preparing thorough reports.
- Emergency Readiness: Capable of responding to urgent situations, including administering field euthanasia when necessary.
- Community Education: Comfortable engaging with the public on animal welfare and safety topics.
- Reliability: Dependable and committed to attendance and performance.
- Team Player: Works well with others and promotes a positive work environment.
- Professionalism: Maintains integrity, respect, and professionalism at all times.
- Report Writing: Strong written communication for daily logs and legal documentation.
- Conflict Resolution: Skilled in managing difficult situations involving the public and animals.
- Stress Management: Able to maintain composure and professionalism under pressure.
Salary : $52,471
