Community Services Officer: Code & Animal Care Enforcement

Town of Parker, Colorado; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 35,418 - 42,512; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Parker, Colorado's Police Department seeks a Community Services Officer to work with residents, businesses, pet owners and partners to promote compliance with municipal codes related to animal care, parking and code enforcement.

You will inspect, respond to service calls, issue warnings and citations, educate the public, support non-emergency patrols, and provide court testimony as required, with a schedule including on-call weekends and evenings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years related experience.
• Associate’s degree in public administration, public relations, animal behavior, animal science, criminal justice or related field preferred.
• Possession of/ability to obtain Colorado driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Animal control certifications or related credentials within 18 months of hire preferred.
• Certifications from CACEO, AACE, ICC or related bodies within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections and enforce Municipal Code; issue notices, warnings, citations, and summonses.
• Enforce animal care and control and parking ordinances; respond to animal-related calls.
• Educate residents and agencies on Town laws, ordinances, and codes.
• Assist patrol with non-emergency calls and support Community Development activities.
• Document actions, gather evidence, prepare reports, and maintain records.
• Participate in community education and outreach on ordinance compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Computer skills

Reading maps

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Job description

The Town of Parker, Colorado's Police Department seeks a Community Services Officer to work with residents, businesses, pet owners and partners to promote compliance with municipal codes related to animal care, parking and code enforcement.

You will inspect, respond to service calls, issue warnings and citations, educate the public, support non-emergency patrols, and provide court testimony as required, with a schedule including on-call weekends and evenings.