Animal Welfare & Enforcement Officer

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury; Lake Charles (LA); Vor Ort; USD 33.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Uniform provided

Zusammenfassung

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury in Lake Charles, LA seeks an Animal Services Officer I to respond to animal welfare complaints, enforce leash laws, and assist with impounding and euthanasia as needed.

Responsibilities include patrolling, issuing citations, handling animals safely, and maintaining records. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to meet licensing requirements including euthanasia and crematory operation certifications.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED with one year of animal-related experience.
• Knowledge of animal welfare laws, safety procedures, and reporting.
• Ability to operate under supervision and perform duties with compassion.

Aufgaben

• Respond to animal welfare complaints and investigate reported issues.
• Issue citations and warnings for leash laws, containment, and neglect.
• Apprehend and impound animals violating ordinances and assist with shelter operations.
• Euthanize animals as required and transport/dispose carcasses per policy.
• Educate the public on animal control ordinances and proper pet care.

Kenntnisse

Animal handling

Investigation

Emergency response

Recordkeeping

Customer service

Communication skills

Euthanasia procedures

Animal restraint

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury in Lake Charles, LA seeks an Animal Services Officer I to respond to animal welfare complaints, enforce leash laws, and assist with impounding and euthanasia as needed.

Responsibilities include patrolling, issuing citations, handling animals safely, and maintaining records. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to meet licensing requirements including euthanasia and crematory operation certifications.