Animal Services Officer

City of Irving; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 33,062,000 - 44,711,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Irving is seeking an Animal Services Officer to protect public health and safety by responding to animal-related issues, enforcing laws, and caring for shelter animals. The role includes on-call duties, weekend/evening shifts, and potential court appearances.

A high school diploma is required, with no experience necessary; bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus, and a valid Texas driver’s license plus specific certifications are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No experience required; bilingual English/Spanish skills beneficial.
• Must have/obtain within timeframe a valid Class C Texas driver’s license and Animal Control Officer, euthanasia and bite stick certifications.
• Weekend/evening hours and on-call rotation; be available for emergency callback within 1 hour.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and investigate animal-related issues and enforce local/state laws.
• Capture stray or loose animals and remove dead animals as needed.
• Care for captured animals and maintain shelter facilities and vehicles.
• Testify in court when required and participate in dispatch duties.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Computer basics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting
THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Animal Services Officers provide information and resources to help people and animals. Duties include protecting public health and safety by responding to and investigating animal related issues and enforcing local and state laws related to animals. Duties also include responding to complaints reported by the public; capturing stray or loose animals; removing dead animals; investigating biting incidents; issuing warnings and citations for animal control ordinance violations; caring for captured animals; cleaning animal shelter facilities and vehicles; euthanizing animals; testifying in court when required; answering and dispatching calls; and participating in a dispatch duty rotation. A high school diploma or equivalent required. No experience necessary but prior relevant experience and bilingual (English / Spanish) skills beneficial. Must have basic computer knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office products; and have, or be able to obtain within specified timeframe, a valid Class C Texas driver's license, and Animal Control Officer, euthanasia and bite stick certifications. Schedule will include some weekend and evening hours, including participation in the on-call rotation; must be available for callback in emergency situations and be able to adhere to a maximum one hour emergency response time. A résumé must be submitted with an application. Starting pay for this position is at least Pay Grade GG15 Step 3, $24.74 per hour.
PAY GRADE GG15 / FULL PAY RANGE $24.74 - $32.56 PER HOUR
Full Job Description
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Culture
Irving Animal Services is a division of the Irving Police Department, and it maintains a safe and secure city by providing a healthy environment for humans and animals living in Irving. In 2010, the City of Irving constructed a 26,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Animal Care Campus that includes cat condos with window views, a dog park and spacious kennels. The campus is shared with DFW Humane Society.
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees' diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
For City of Irving full-time employees only, competitive health benefits and participation in TMRS are offered. More information can be found online at https://irvingtx.gov/index.php?section=hr-employment-benefits.