Animal Services Officer I / II - Placerville

Animal Services Officer I / II

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include : Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities. The Health and Human Services Agency's Community Services Division is responsible for the administration of older adult programs for El Dorado County residents 60 years of age and older. These services include : Senior Nutrition, Senior Shuttle, Older Adult Day Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and many more! In addition to the services to seniors, Community Services also administers Veteran Affairs, Animal Services, Public Housing Authority, HEAP & Weatherization programs.

The opportunity : Enforce State, City, and County laws regarding stray, dangerous, neglected / injured, and nuisance domestic animals; investigate complaints, patrol assigned areas, capture animals, and ensure humane animal protection and control.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to :

• Investigate complaints from the public and other agencies regarding nuisance, stray, uncontrolled, neglected / injured, dangerous, wild, or diseased animals.
• Conduct an initial investigation of complaints regarding animal cruelty; investigates animal bites and arranges for appropriate identification and quarantine.
• Explain State and Local laws, codes, and ordinances relating to the care and control of animals, filing of complaints, and policies of the shelter to the public.
• Issue citations for violations of applicable regulations; patrol assigned areas operating County vehicles.
• Perform rescue of wild, stray, unlicensed domestic animals, and livestock running at large for impounding; respond to dangerous animals; transport injured animals; perform euthanasia as required.
• May assist with shelter operations as needed.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations :

Animal Services Officer I : Equivalent to graduation from high school; AND One (1) year of experience in in caring for animals of various types, and in explaining and enforcing regulations and procedures to the public.

Animal Services Officer II : Equivalent to graduation from high school; AND One (1) year of experience in animal care, control, and enforcement at a level equivalent to the County's class of Animal Services Officer I. Licenses and Certifications : Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License by and a satisfactory driving record. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Euthanasia Training Certificate, within one (1) year from time of appointment, or upon conclusion of the first available certified training program, if more than one (1) year. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Tranquilization Training Certificate, within one (1) year from time of appointment, or upon conclusion of the first available certified training program, if more than one (1) year. Required by PC Sections 830.9 and 832, possession of, or ability to complete within one (1) year from date of appointment, (or upon conclusion of the first available training program if more than one year), the California State Basic Animal Law Enforcement Academy, and coursework required by PC Section 832; or have completed a similar Humane Officer / Animal Control academy or training curriculum and must be able to successfully complete the California State Basic Animal Law Enforcement Academy and coursework required by PC Section 832 within one (1) year of employment. Pursuant to PC Section 830.9, ability to possess firearms qualifications, including vision to maintain firearms qualifications.

Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources at nicholas.jetton@edcgov.us. Click here to get tips for applying with the County. The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. A pass / fail training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.