Animal Control Officer

The City of Lyons wishes to hire qualified candidates for open Animal Control Officer position immediately. We are accepting applications from applicants who possess a High School diploma or state-awarded GED. Have a minimum of one year of practical experience involving animal control, animal handling, and public interaction; or any equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. The position requires self-motivation, time management, verbal and written reporting skills. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License. Good work and driving records are required.

Duties:

· Responds to complaints from citizens, law enforcement agencies, and staff concerning stray, sick, or dangerous animals;

· conducts investigations to determine possible violations.

· Interprets animal welfare ordinances to the public; participates in educational programs and community services;

· Works with local law enforcement officers to enforces compliance by issuing warnings or court citations; Acts as a witness for the department and provides expert testimony in local or state court for code violations;

· Performs administrative duties; completes reports of bites, warnings, and citations, and quarantines;

· Captures transports, and impounds sick injured, trapped, or vicious domestic animals;

· performs animal care duties including feeding animals and maintaining kennels, observes and diagnoses injured or ill animals, euthanize animals as necessary.

· Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment; disinfects vehicle cages;

· Cleans and maintains the Animal Resource Center facility;

· Evaluates animals for adoption possibilities, euthanasia decisions, and holding times;

· checks all animals for microchipping; contact owners. Assists customers regarding missing or lost animals and adoption possibilities.

· Response to radio calls from field officers. Exercises animals; work with aggressive animals. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Candidates must fill out an employment application at www.lyonsga.org. No applications will be taken at the Lyons Police Department or Lyons City Hall. If chosen, you will be asked to complete an evaluation process before hiring. Qualified candidates will be invited to complete interviews and testing dates.

The City of Lyons offers a comprehensive benefits package that is competitive with other agencies in this area.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lyons, GA 30436 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lyons, GA 30436: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16