Public Safety Animal Control Officer I–II

City of Long Beach; California; Sur place; USD 32 719 000 - 46 991 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

City of Long Beach seeks an Animal Control Officer I-II to enforce animal ordinances and protect public safety. Under supervision, you will impound animals, investigate violations, and provide humane care under veterinary guidance.

Candidates must have one year of direct animal care experience or college coursework in Animal Science, and must obtain required certificates. Bilingual skills are desirable.

Qualifications

• One year of paid, full-time experience in direct care to animals in a licensed facility, preferably public/non-profit.
• Twelve semester units or eighteen quarter units in Animal Science/related field (proof required).
• Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate (proof required).
• Proof of required documents (transcripts/degrees/certificates) with applicant name for filing.

Responsabilités

• Enforce municipal/state animal health and welfare laws.
• Euthanize animals as directed and handle animal care duties.
• Educate the public on humane treatment and resources.
• Investigate violations and issue citations when appropriate.

Connaissances

Animal care

Public safety

Ethical handling

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Appearance standards

Handling animals

Euthanasia

Verbal & written communication

Physical fitness

Irregular hours

Formation

College coursework in Animal Science/related

RVN certificate or equivalent

Description du poste

City of Long Beach seeks an Animal Control Officer I-II to enforce animal ordinances and protect public safety. Under supervision, you will impound animals, investigate violations, and provide humane care under veterinary guidance.

Candidates must have one year of direct animal care experience or college coursework in Animal Science, and must obtain required certificates. Bilingual skills are desirable.