Animal Control Officer

THE CITY OF TEXARKANA, AR Animal Care and Adoption Center is accepting applications for Animal Control OfficersFor more details, or to apply, contact the Personnel Office at 870-779-4997 or email: rachel.terrones@txkusa.orgThis publication was paid for by The City of Texarkana, AR Animal Care and Adoption Center for the amount of $154   THE CITY OF TEXARKANA, ARKANSAS is accepting applications for the following position:   Animal Control Officer     SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This is a non-exempt position. The Animal Control Officer works under the general supervision of the Animal Care and Adoption Center Director. Animal Control Officers are primarily responsible for catching and impounding stray and/or unlicensed animals at the local animal shelter. They issue citations for violations of animal control ordinances.   ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES The Animal Control Officer is responsible for patrol of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas for stray dogs, cats, and loose livestock, etc. Animal Control Officers perform enforcement duties under local ordinance with limited power to issue citations for violations of animal control ordinances. Responds to all complaints from citizens pertaining to animals. Handles the follow-up, documentation, and disposition of the animal calls for service. Picks up and disposes of all sick, injured, and/or dead animals. Animal Control Officers are required to carry a cell phone and are on call as scheduled by their supervisor. Works an assigned shift and is frequently called out after hours by police to handle animal control problems that occur after 5 p.m. Frequently required to give advice on animal control violations to citizens. Required to document and handle all reported bite cases. Must attend and testify in municipal court. Required to communicate in writing by completion of a wide variety of department reports. Required to live within 30 minutes of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas. Performs a wide variety of duties and related work as required.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED. Must be licensed to drive a motor vehicle in the state of residence. Good Public Relation skills and ability are needed to tactfully deal with emotionally upset, rude or irate citizens. Sufficient hearing ability to speak clearly while using radio equipment. Required trainings completion as listed below.   REQUIRED TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS WITH IN 3 MONTHS Animal Control Officer Certification Level I Euthanasia Certification   REQUIRED TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS WITH IN 6 MONTHS Animal Control Officer Certification Level II Tranquilizer Certification Bite Stick, Pepper Spray, and Chemical Capture Certification   REQUIRED TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS WITH IN 12 MONTHS Animal Cruelty Investigation Certification   Failure to complete trainings and certifications may result in disciplinary action, suspension, or termination.   WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS   Work is typically outdoors. Frequently will have to run after stray dogs and cats in order to catch them. Works is in a variety of conditions and situations including patrolling in a pick-up truck, walking or running at times after loose animals. Working indoors and outdoors in various types of weather. There will be times when you will need to move animals that require physical strength.     SALARY RANGE: 28,932 – 42,099   Applications and resumes will be accepted at Arkansas City Hall until filled. Applications and resumes may also be faxed to (870) 772-8182; emailed to Rachel.terrones@txkusa.org; or accessed online at https://cityoftexarkanaar.com/job-opportunities/. The City of Texarkana, Arkansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides all applicants and employees equal opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.