Animal Control

City of Alabaster; Alabaster (AL); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

BCBS medical insurance (City pays 90%)

Retiree insurance contribution up to

Tier 1 retirement benefits (RSA)

13 paid holidays plus vacation and/or

Resumo da oferta

City of Alabaster is seeking a dependable Animal Control Officer to enforce local animal control ordinances and state laws. The role involves responding to animal abuse and nuisance reports, safely capturing animals, and coordinating with law enforcement and veterinary professionals.

Strong communication skills and a valid Alabama driver’s license are required. The position offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for certification through the National Animal Control Association.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Alabama driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NACA certification.

Responsabilidades

• Enforce animal control laws, codes, and ordinances.
• Respond to reports of animal abuse, bites, stray or dangerous animals, and injured/deceased animals.
• Assess situations and safely manage animal capture scenes; mediate disputes.
• Operate, clean, and maintain animal control vehicles and equipment.
• Prepare reports, forms, and documentation; maintain records.
• Provide information to residents by phone and in person; coordinate with authorities.
• Remain available by radio or phone and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Driver's license

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

NACA certification (National Animal Control Association)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

CITY OF ALABASTER

MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE!

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

$22.10 - $30.59 per hour (depending on experience)

The City of Alabaster is seeking a dependable, compassionate individual with sound judgment and strong communication skills to serve as an Animal Control Officer. This position enforces animal control ordinances and applicable laws and assists residents with animal concerns and complaints.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enforce applicable animal control laws, codes, and ordinances.
• Respond to reports of suspected animal abuse, animal bites, stray or nuisance animals, wild or dangerous animals, and injured or deceased animals.
• Assess situations, determine appropriate action, safely manage animal capture scenes, and mediate disputes.
• Operate, clean, and maintain animal control vehicles, catchpoles, traps, nets, and related equipment.
• Prepare accurate reports, correspondence, forms, depositions, and other documentation; maintain departmental records.
• Provide information and assistance to residents by telephone and in person, and coordinate with law enforcement, public health, medical, and veterinary professionals.
• Maintain availability by radio or telephone and respond to emergency requests as required.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Alabama driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification through the National Animal Control Association.

Why Join the City of Alabaster?

• Merit step increases and cost-of-living adjustments, as approved by the City Council
• BCBS medical insurance, with the City paying 90% of the premium
• City contribution toward retiree insurance of up to 75%, based on years of service
• Tier 1 retirement benefits for Tier 2 employees through RSA
• Out-of-zone waiver for dependents attending Alabaster City Schools
• City-paid life and AD&D insurance, City-paid vision insurance
• 13 paid holidays each year, plus vacation and sick leave

Bring your commitment to animal welfare, public service, and community safety to the City of Alabaster.