Part-Time Animal Control Officer | Scranton Police Department

City of Scranton; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Scranton seeks an Animal Control Officer to handle routine animal apprehension, complaint responses, and related duties under supervision. You will investigate animal incidents, notify owners, and ensure proper disposal when necessary, with possible euthanasia when required.

Strong communication and report-keeping are essential. Qualified candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid PA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to professionally deal with difficult situations.
• High School graduate or equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Respond to public complaints about animals.
• Investigate calls on injured animals and notify owners or dispose of animals.
• May euthanize animals if required.
• Investigate animal law violations and nuisances.
• Maintain records and prepare required reports.
• Follow up on animal bites and licenses.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Difficult situations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

This is routine animal apprehension rescue and control work. Work is performed under the direction of an administrative superior.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Answers complaints from the public regarding animals.
• Investigates calls on injured animals, notifies owners or disposes of animals.
• May euthanize animals, if required.
• Makes investigations of animal law violations and alleged nuisances.
• Maintains records and prepares reports as required.
• Follows up on animal bites and licenses.
• Other related, necessary duties as required by the Department Director/Supervisor

Required Training, Experience, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Ability to professionally deal with difficult situations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High School graduate or equivalency.

Animal Control Officer | Job Description