Animal Control Officer

Animal Control Officer

The City of Cedar Rapids is currently accepting applications for the position of Animal Control Officer. This position assists in assuring that the city will be free from animals at large creating hazards of public health, public safety, or public order; for protecting animals from neglect or mistreatment. The Animal Control Officer must have strong written and verbal communication skills, be self-motivated but a team player and take initiative. The Animal Control Officer should be task and detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.

Assists in assuring that the city will be free from animals at large creating hazards of public health, public safety, or public order. Responsible for the overall care of animals within the shelter.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Investigates animal control and cruelty complaints
• Assists the public in resolving animal control problems
• Advises general public of applicable animal control ordinances and issues citations as necessary
• Appears at contested court hearings to present evidence and testimony
• Patrols and impounds animals at large; picks up sick, injured or dead domestic animals from streets and roadways
• Responds to citizens and law enforcement when animals are involved
• Maintains work records and reports on investigations
• Performs emergency euthanasia for injured animals in the field when necessary, and assists with euthanasia at the shelter
• Thorough cleaning and disinfection of all areas of the shelter
• Observance of animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease, injury or neglect
• Public assistance with adoptions, reclaims and surrenders
• Participates in emergency on-call rotations
• Administers necessary vaccinations, medicine, and / or prescribed treatments as required
• Enforces and monitors animal quarantines to ensure compliance
• Participates in regular or special training and education programs to gain new ideas and information leading to greater efficiency, effectiveness, and performance of duties
• Maintains regular and consistent attendance at work
• Performs related work as required

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Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Statement :

The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history). Applicants with Disabilities : We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.

We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families! The City of Cedar Rapids provides outstanding pay, benefits, time off, including :