Part Time Animal Control Enforcement Officer

Position Concept

The Part Time Animal Control Enforcement Officer performs field work advising citizens and enforcing county ordinances and state statutes pertaining to Animal and Rabies Control laws. The member performs operational, clerical and public relations duties and tasks specific to the position.

The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following : interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.

The Part Time Animal Control Enforcement Officer may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

Essential Functions

• Advise citizens on animal ownership
• Obtain animal bite information
• Inform public of animal control regulations
• Advise public of complaint procedures
• Act as liaison between complaint parties
• Locate reported stray animals
• Check for rabies tags
• Locate animal owners
• Ensure enforcement of regulations and ordinances
• Issues citations / summonses
• Act as witness in court
• Investigate calls / complaints
• Prepare animals for rabies testing
• Destroys / disposes of unwanted / diseased animals
• Collects animal carcasses
• Assist in redemption of animals to the public
• Assist in boarding area maintenance
• Performs kennel duties
• Prepare forms and reports
• Assist with central office duties
• Attend meetings
• Perform clerical duties as required
• Perform chemical immobilization

Education, Professional Certification or License

Professional Experience

Environmental Conditions

Knowledge of

Ability to

Skills

Physical Requirements

Other

FCIC / NCIC : Florida Crime Information Center / National Crime Information Center

FDLE : Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M / F / D / V

Min

USD $15.00 / Hr.

Max

USD $15.00 / Hr.