What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Animal Control Officer - Full Time position at Northeastern Connecticut Transit District?
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Regional Animal Control Officer (Full-Time)
The Northeastern Connecticut Council of Governments (NECCOG) has an immediate opening for a full-time Regional Animal Services Officer. This position, on a routine basis, or as assigned, enforces domestic animal protection laws to protect the safety and rights of the public and the welfare of domestic animals. Tasks and responsibilities include responding to reports of vicious animals, animal cruelty, animal pick-up and confinement, responding to property damage complaints, preparing reports, representing NECCOG and testifying in court.
Most work is performed in the field with considerable independence within the limits of current regulations, laws, codes, policies and accepted procedures.
Qualifications: Connecticut Department of Agriculture ACO Certification and two or more years of animal control experience - preferred; Connecticut certification (within six months of appointment or when the next certification is offered by the state for such certification) as a
Animal Control Officer; Associates Degree Preferred; Valid Drivers License. Please submit application and resume by email to: neccogoffices@ neccog.org. Position open until filled.
NECCOG is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
125 Putnam Pike, Dayville, CT 06241 p. 860-774-1253 fax 860-779-2056 web neccog.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16