Animal Welfare & Enforcement Officer

Gfoat; Breckenridge (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat Animal Control Officer role enforces Texas law and city ordinances, protecting the rights and property of citizens while engaging in public education about animal laws. The position also involves maintaining the care of animals, the shelter building, and grounds to ensure a safe, humane environment for the community.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, Texas state certification, and a Texas Class C driver's license, along with knowledge of city codes, policies, and safety

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Basic certification issued by the State of Texas.
• Texas Class C driver's license.
• Knowledge of city codes, ordinances and departmental policies.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Texas law and city ordinances.
• Protect the rights and property of citizens.
• Participate in public affairs or educational programs about animal laws.
• Maintain care of animals and the animal shelter building and grounds.

Skills

Knowledge of city codes

Knowledge of city ordinances

Knowledge of departmental policy and

Knowledge of animal control policy and

Knowledge of safety regulations for

Knowledge of radio communication

Knowledge of geography of city

Knowledge of routine vehicle and

Knowledge of record systems

Knowledge of the Penal Code, Health

Education

High school graduate or GED

Basic certification issued by the State of Texas

Job description

Gfoat Animal Control Officer role enforces Texas law and city ordinances, protecting the rights and property of citizens while engaging in public education about animal laws. The position also involves maintaining the care of animals, the shelter building, and grounds to ensure a safe, humane environment for the community.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, Texas state certification, and a Texas Class C driver's license, along with knowledge of city codes, policies, and safety