Annual Salary

:

$61,484.80 - $79,913.60

Deadline to Apply:

Friday, January 10, 2025

Position Information:

The Animal Services Officer enforces applicable County ordinances and State laws governing care, control, licensing, impoundment, and euthanasia of animals; and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

One year as an Animal Services Assistant; OR two years of full-time experience in the care and handling of animals in a professional work environment, including interviewing the public, assessing, and evaluating information for appropriate course of action; OR two years of full-time experience in enforcement of local, state, or federal codes/laws; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. Four years of full-time active duty in the military may be substituted for required law enforcement experience.

License or Certificate

• A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid certification as a euthanasia technician is required within one year of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid pharmacy certificate is required within one year of appointment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Knowledge of a variety of animal species, breeds, and related behaviors.
• Knowledge of animal handling, care, and treatment from experience in a professional work environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to public services, and value exceptional customer service.
• Ability to assimilate quickly into the organizational climate.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Outstanding multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to be collaborative, hard-working and detail oriented while still able to see the big picture.
• Demonstrated the ability to take ownership of problems to find solutions; share resources, information and knowledge; and will encourage commitment to the Countys mission and organizational goals.
• Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external customers to include County staff and general public.
• Ability to be self-motivated and responsive.
• Ability to effectively train/teach new staff members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.