Animal Control Assistant: Protecting Pets & Public Safety

Weber County; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 61,992,000 - 64,747,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement

401k match

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Parental Leave

Maternity Leave

Job summary

Weber County in Utah is seeking a full-time Animal Control Officer to investigate animal-related complaints and enforce county laws. The role includes capturing stray animals, issuing licenses and citations, and testifying in court when required.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, two years of related experience, and a valid Utah driver's license, with certification training to be completed as scheduled by the department. Some duties involve physical exertion and outdoor work.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible experience related to animal care, animal control, wildlife services or other related experience.
• Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License.
• Must attend required certification courses and maintain required yearly training hours as outlined by the department.

Responsibilities

• Investigates complaints regarding animals.
• Collects and disposes of animals; handles licensing and citations; testifies in court as needed.
• Captures stray and dangerous animals; quarantines animals; assesses and acts on rabies or disease concerns.

Skills

Communication

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

Weber County in Utah is seeking a full-time Animal Control Officer to investigate animal-related complaints and enforce county laws. The role includes capturing stray animals, issuing licenses and citations, and testifying in court when required.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, two years of related experience, and a valid Utah driver's license, with certification training to be completed as scheduled by the department. Some duties involve physical exertion and outdoor work.