Animal Services Officer Extra Help Part-Time

City of Clovis; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Clovis is seeking an Animal Services Officer to perform animal control functions, shelter operations, licensing, and related duties under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and the ability to work shifts, weekends, and on-call emergencies. You will enforce state and local animal regulations, maintain records, and interact with the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional college coursework preferred.
• Basic computer operations and record-keeping.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and animal handling.
• Familiarity with state, county, and city animal laws and ordinances.
• Experience or coursework relating to vaccinations and animal care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct animal control and shelter operations.
• Investigate and enforce animal regulations; issue citations.
• File reports and maintain records; answer phones.
• Handle animals safely and operate city vehicles.
• Participate in public outreach and on-call emergencies.

Skills

Computer basics

Safety procedures

Math & records

Animal care

Laws & ordinances

Vaccinations

On-call readiness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in animal science or related field

Job description

DEFINITION

Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Animal Services: Performs animal control functions (animal regulations enforcement; animal care and adoption; licensing; capture and release of wild animals); and performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbent may work with immediate supervision or independently and may be on call during off-duty hours for emergency situations. Positions in this class perform work which is structured, seldom varies, and is performed in accordance with established instructions, methods, and procedures. Incumbents receive thorough instructions when tasks are initially assigned and after training are expected to perform duties without constant supervision. Incumbent is expected to refer to the supervisor for instruction matters which do not conform to established instruction, policy, or procedure.

Examples of Duties

Conduct a wide variety of animal control and shelter operation duties; investigate and enforce state and local animal regulations; issue citations; investigate animal bites, nuisances, barking, and cruelty complaints; clean and feed animals; file, answer phones, and write reports; observe safety regulations and safe work practices particularly in the handling of animals and the operation of vehicles; investigate and report complaints or situations involving animals; draft bite reports for transmission to the County Health Department; inventory and order supplies; make court reports and appears in court as necessary; receive and dispatch calls; answer questions and provide services to the public; maintain and clean the shelter kennels and buildings (scrubbing walls, sinks, toilets and picking up animal feces); participate in the public relation activities of the division; operate city vehicles; keep accurate records; and perform related work as required.

Typical Qualifications

LICENSE REQUIRED

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and a good driving record.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Education equivalent to graduation from high school and attending college, or planning to attend college.

• A minimum of six (6) months of experience working with dogs, cats, and/or farm animals.

• College level course work in animal science or a closely related field.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic computer operations;
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures;
• Basic math and record keeping;
• Care and feeding of domestic and wild animals;
• Federal, State, and City laws, regulations, and ordinances pertaining to animal control;
• Animal disease and illness;
• Administration of vaccinations.

Ability to:

• Work shift work and weekends;
• Operate a personal computer and related devices using city-installed software;
• Interpret laws and ordinances;
• Read, understand, and apply moderately difficult materials;
• Understand policies and procedures and apply them without immediate supervision;
• Maintain simple records;
• Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• May be requested to be on call.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Strength: Medium work-lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 30 pounds.

OTHER INFORMATION

Proof of citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.

THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER