Animal Control Officer - Health

Sedgwick County; Wichita (KS); Presencial; USD 42 000 - 64 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Sedgwick County seeks an Animal Control Officer to protect public health by enforcing animal control laws and handling humane animal care. Responsibilities include capturing stray animals, returning pets to owners, documenting all activities, and supporting outreach initiatives.

Position involves field work in Wichita, on-call rotations, and possible leadership roles during public health emergencies. Requires a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, and FEMA/CPR training within specified

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in humane and proper handling of animals or related experience.
• 1 year of experience in interacting with the public.
• Valid US driver’s license without restrictions and current automobile insurance.
• Must complete FEMA IS-100, IS-200, and IS-700 courses within 30 days of employment.
• Must have or complete animal and basic human first aid and CPR and AED training within the first 6 months of employment.

Responsabilidades

• Perform field work as an Animal Control Officer
• Capture animals running at large in Sedgwick County and contract cities
• Transport animals to the shelter for identification and admission
• Maintain admission records for animals
• Return owned animals to residents
• Contain stray livestock and determine ownership
• May seize/transport livestock to holding facility
• Provide emergency medical care to injured animals
• Transport animals to veterinarian during emergencies
• Enforce county animal codes via warnings and citations
• Attend court hearings and testify on violations
• Educate the public on animal care codes
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for emergencies
• Maintain documentation and program logistics
• Utilize animal control software for service calls and records
• Complete accurate service call documentation and resident interactions
• Maintain vehicle and equipment
• Complete dispatcher duties as assigned
• Issue warnings/citations for violations
• Assist in outreach and administrative tasks

Conhecimentos

Customer service

Public outreach

Education delivery

Communication

Formação académica

Associate’s degree in Animal Sciences, Criminal Justice, or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Work Schedule: Tue-Sat 8am-5pm,may work more than 40hrs p/w, including evenings & weekends,24/7 on-call rotation

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits .

The Animal Control Officer protects the public from disease or injury caused by animals and protects animals from improper use, abuse, neglect, or inhumane treatment. The Animal Control Officer enforces county municipal codes, including capturing stray animals, returning animals to owners, removal of dead animals, and encouraging and educating responsible pet ownership to the residents of Sedgwick County. The Animal Control team also encounters hostile and/or emotionally charged individuals and is exposed to pests, vermin, and other hazards when responding to calls. Employee may deploy to the field as a responder or in a leadership position during public health emergencies.

Perform field work as an Animal Control Officer

• Capture animals that are running at large in the unincorporated areas of Sedgwick County including 2nd and 3rd class contract cities
• Transport animals to the shelter for identification and admission
• Prepare and maintain admission records on each animal admitted to the Wichita Animal Shelter
• Return owned animals to residents when applicable
• Contain stray livestock and determine ownership
• May seize or transport livestock to holding facility or boarding facility until ownership is determined
• Provide emergency medical care to injured animals
• Transport animals to veterinarian or emergency animal hospital when applicable
• Enforce county municipal animal codes through warnings and citations to residents found to be in violation
• Attend court hearings and may testify for violations of county animal code
• Educate the public on county animal code ordinances and animal ownership
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for animal emergencies

Maintain accurate documentation and perform program logistics

• Utilize animal control software to record service calls, shelter intake, vaccination information, animal license requirements, bite investigations, resident history, and animal history
• Complete accurate documentation of service calls and resident interaction communication
• Complete receipt for live or deceased animal transports
• Maintain animal control vehicle and equipment
• Complete animal control dispatcher duties as assigned
• Issue warnings and citations to residents that are in violation of Sedgwick County animal code of ordinances

Customer Service and Outreach Support

• Assist internal and external customers. Provide education
• Identify customer needs, clarify information, research issues; provide information or transfer calls as needed
• Schedule and send reminders for job-related customer needs.
• Manage email inboxes and faxes; monitor and respond to requests
• Prepare outreach materials and attend events
• Assist Animal Control Supervisor in administrative tasks when assigned

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. One year of experience in the humane and proper handling of animals or related experience. One year of experience in interacting with the public. Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving-level position that requires a valid US driver’s license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Must complete Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) IS 100, 200, and 700 courses within 30 days of employment. Must have or complete animal and basic human first aid and human CPR and AED training within the first 6 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications: One year of direct experience working in animal control or city or county code enforcement. Associate’s degree in Animal Sciences, Criminal Justice, or a related field. License, certifications, etc. National Animal Control Association or National Animal Cruelty Investigation School certification.