Part Time K9 Officer

COUNTY OF CARBON; Nesquehoning (Carbon County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Carbon is seeking a Kennel/Animal Care Assistant to support the operation and maintenance of the kennel and assist the County Animal Warden in Nesquehoning, PA.

Responsibilities include picking up stray animals, feeding, cleaning, and humane disposal of unclaimed strays, along with assisting in dog bite reports, clinics, and related duties. Travel to county sites is required as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus some training in the care of animals
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Picks up stray domestic animals; impounds, feeds, cleans (grooming) and maintain dogs until claimed; humanely disposes of unclaimed strays.
• Removes and disposes of sick or elderly domestic animals at owner’s expense.
• Conducts rabies clinics and other related events.
• Processes dog bite reports; notifies proper authorities; assists with quarantines and other matters.
• Operates and administers kennel in the absence of the County Animal Warden.
• Cleans and maintains kennel area.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of department equipment.
• Attends meetings, training and seminars as required.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Education

High School diploma

Job description

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB

Assist with the operation and maintenance of the kennel and provide assistance to the County Animal Warden.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma plus some training in the care of animals, valid PA drivers’ license.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB

• 1. Picks up stray domestic animals; impounds, feeds, cleans (grooming) and maintain dogs until claimed; humanely disposes of unclaimed strays.
• 2. Removes and disposes of sick or elderly domestic animals at owner’s expense.
• 3. Conducts rabies clinics and other related events.
• 4. Processes dog bite reports; notifies proper authorities; assists with quarantines and other matters.
• 5. Operates and administers kennel in the absence of the County Animal Warden.
• 6. Cleans and maintains kennel area.
• 7. Assists in the maintenance and repair of department equipment.
• 8. Attends meetings, training and seminars as required.
• 9. Performs other job-related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• 1. Works outdoors (90%) with a variety of exposures to elements.
• 2. Work involves exposure to extreme change in temperature, humidity, rain, sun, wind, rain, etc.
• 3. Works indoors (10%) with adequate work space, temperature, ventilation and lighting.
• 4. Works indoors and outdoors with average exposure to noise, stress and frequent disruptions.
• 5. Works in potentially dangerous environment with exposure to attacks and bites from animals.
• 6. Travels regularly to County sites as necessary to perform essential duties of the job.
• 7. Works indoors with normal exposure to dust/dirt but above normal in outdoor activities.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1. Must possess ability to record, convey and present enforcement, explain procedures and follow instructions.
• 2. Must be able to drive for long intervals throughout the day with intermittently walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, carrying, pulling and grasping as necessary.
• 3. Dexterity requires simple movements of the fingers/hands, feet/legs, and torso necessary to carry out duties of job.
• 4. Medium work, with lifting/carrying of objects weighing from 10-50 pounds. Occasional lifting animals of 100 pounds.
• 5. Must be able to move frequently throughout the workday.
• 6. Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• 1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language in an understandable manner in order to carry out job duties.
• 2. Must possess ability to function independently, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with clients, co-workers and others.
• 3. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License and willingness to travel as needed.
• 4. Must possess the knowledge and understanding of state and local dog laws and ordinances.
• 5. Must possess knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions and the ability to exercise skill in those areas.
• 6. Must possess ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• 7. Must possess ability to accurately and safely complete general repairs and maintenance on equipment.
• 8. Must have considerable knowledge of local codes and regulations and ability to trouble shoot problem areas.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER