Animal Control Officer - Police

City of Euclid; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Euclid is seeking an Animal Control Officer in the Police Department to enforce Ohio laws and city ordinances on dog licensing, impounding, and animal violations. You will work under the Animal Control Supervisor and handle duties including capturing stray animals, impounding, feeding, medicating, and assisting with euthanasia where needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, two years in animal control or related work, a valid driver's license, and a preference

Qualifications

• Must express and exchange ideas and instructions clearly.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Capture and impound unlicensed, stray and uncontrolled animals.
• Cage or secure animals and deliver to shelter.
• Supply food, water and personal care to detained animals.
• Clean, medicate, vaccinate animals in need of such services.
• Issue warnings or summonses to delinquent dog owners.
• Assist in euthanasia and disposal of animals.
• Investigate animal-related complaints.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Communication

License required

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

585 E 222nd St, Euclid, OH, United States

216-289-2700

City of Euclid Employment

City of Euclid

Job Posting

Job Title: Animal Control Officer

Department: Police

Status: A. Classified B. Nonexempt - FLSA

Job Summary: Responsible for enforcing the provisions of the laws of Ohio and the ordinances of the City relative to the licensing of dogs, the impounding and destruction of unlicensed dogs, and dogs running at large and other animal offenses. Works under the immediate direction of the Animal Control Supervisor.

Job Duties:

• Capture and impound unlicensed, stray and uncontrolled animals.
• Cage or secure animals and deliver to shelter.
• Supply food, water and personal care to detained animals.
• Clean, medicate, vaccinate animals in need of such services.
• Issue warnings or summonses to delinquent dog owners.
• Assist in euthanasia and disposal of animals.
• Investigate animal-related complaints.
• Perform other related duties as required.

(The description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned.)

Work Environment : Medium work (exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally). Indoor/outdoor. Subject to hazards: ambient noise level, animal bites. Atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases; occasional exposure to below 32-degree F temperatures, noise. Physical activity: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers.

Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent. Two years’ experience in the field of animal control or equivalent. Certification by National Animal Control Association Academy preferred. Ability to express and exchange ideas and instructions accurately and clearly. Valid driver's license.

Pay Rate: $23.10/hour Full Time: 40hrs per week

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT POLICY

It is the policy of the City of Euclid to seek and employ the best-qualified individuals for all positions, to provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees, including upgrading, promotion and training: and to administer these activities in a manner that will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation or gender expression, genetic information, military status or veteran status. This application will be kept on file at the City of Euclid for one year.