What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Control Officer I, II position at Davis County Government?
Captures and impounds stray animals of all varieties. Attempts to locate owners; explains ordinances and assists with issues resolution.
Investigates animal bite cases, animal attacks, fights and arranges for proper care, quarantine and/or observation of the animal.
Performs field inspections of proper animal care for kennel permits.
Euthanizes animals when necessary or directed, prepares a specimen for the State Board of Health for rabies testing.
Prepares cases for court and appears in court as needed. Cooperates with other public safety and government agencies to resolve identified challenges.
Maintains accurate logs, records, documents, and reports of all complaints and violations.
Maintains assigned vehicle in a clean and sanitary condition and reports vehicle issues right away.
Responsible for the maintenance of the uniform, tools, and equipment (tranquilizers, control stick, dog/cat kennels, stretcher, dart gun, Taser, etc.) while following all job site safety regulations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Applicants will be considered for the highest level for which they qualify.
Level I: High school graduate or equivalent.
Level II: High school graduate or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in a veterinarian hospital, animal shelter, or public safety in state or local government.
Preference for one (1) year experience in a veterinarian hospital, animal shelter, public safety, state or local government.
Level I: Must possess or obtain (within six months of hire date) a valid Euthanasia Certification from an authorized entity.
Level II: Certified in Humane Euthanasia through Humane Society of the United States. Certified through National Animal Care and Control as an Animal Control Officer Basic I.
Level I & II: Must pass a criminal history background investigation as required by the position.
Must possess a valid driver license; new employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License within sixty (60) days of hire date (exceptions for military personnel and their dependents). Employees driving a personal vehicle while on county business must maintain the minimum vehicle liability insurance as specified in the Utah Code.
Skill in: the use of tranquilizer guns and other tools and equipment specific to animal control functions; safe and humane animal handling; using all applicable computer hardware and software.
Employees driving a personal or a County vehicle for job related travel must possess a valid driver license, maintain the minimum vehicle liability insurance as specified in the Utah Code, and must operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner; new employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License within sixty (60) days of hire date (exceptions for military personnel and their dependents).
Ability to: understand and interpret animal related laws and regulations; exercise sound independent judgement consistent with policies, procedures, and practices; maintain confidentiality; communicate effectively (orally and in writing); be a team player; follow written and oral instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees, clients, other agencies, and the public.
This position requires working shifts, including weekends, holidays; responding to emergency calls within 15 minutes 24 hours/day on a rotation basis for one week at a time.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirement are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
