Animal Control Officer I

Duties:
- Answers complaints made by citizens within the County.

-Enforces Animal Control ordinances and state laws.

-Works closely with the Sheriff's Office, Health Department, City and County agencies and veterinarians.

-Apprehends, impounds, euthanizes and disposes of diseased, unwanted, unhealthy, problem and vicious animals.

-Cleans and maintains kennels. Feeds and cares for confined animals.

-Maintains equipment used in animal control. Performs office work as required.

-Maintains records, receipt book, collects money and prepares reports of animals impounded, adopted, redeemed, relinquished and destroyed.

Minimum Qualifications:
-Should possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must pass a comprehensive background/character investigation, medical examination, drug screening, a polygraph examination; fingerprinting will be required.
- Certified Animal Control Officer or ability to achieve certification within one year from date of employment.
- Current valid Florida driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

-Heavy lifting and carrying (50lbs and over)

-Reach pulling, climbing, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, jumping, running, driving.

Environmental Conditions:

-Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with: noise and dust.

-Uneven, slippery surfaces

-Dead and infected animals

-Heights

-Poor lighting

-Flea infested areas

-Stressful situations

Apply at www.okeesheriff.com or pick up an application in person.

Notes:

-This is not an exhaustive list of duties and requirements. The successful candidate may be required to perform additional tasks as needed.

-Please note that this job may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,984.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $39,984