Animal Services Officer I

Responsible for the protection of the public from zoonotic diseases and animal bites, as well as investigate nuisances caused by animals. Responsible for enforcing animal related city ordinances and state laws throughout the community and providing care for animals and assistance to customers at the animal shelter. The incumbent will be required to work nights and weekends on a rotating basis.

Pay Range: $17.03 - 21.80 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Work Schedule: Must be able to work nights and weekends on a rotating basis

• Inspect and issue permits to animal care facilities and stores, enforce animal related city ordinances and state laws regarding rabies control and animal cruelty.

• Respond to citizen requests concerning stray animals, nuisances or other animal issues.

• Apprehend stray animals and impounding lost and injured animal.

• Investigation and inspection of animal nuisances including bites and animal cruelty and issue citations and notices to owners for the mistreatment of animals.

• Enforce animal related city ordinances and state laws regarding rabies control, animal registration, animal cruelty and animal care inclusive of inspection of various facilities.

• Assist in the daily care of impounded animals, including feeding, cleaning, and providing hygienic conditions.

• Assist Veterinarian with animal evaluations, treatment and preparation.

• Perform procedures such as drawing blood and administering animal injections, which includes humane euthanasia and performing basic health tests.

• Assist citizens in recovery or adoption of animals in shelter.

• Preparation of reports and other pertinent documentation.

• Must be able to work nights and weekends on a rotating basis.

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

• Basic Animal Control Officer Certification within 6 months of employment

• Euthanasia Certification within 120 days of employment

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• 1 year in service related work Bilingual preferred (English and Spanish)

• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word)

• Ability to prioritize and manage work load

• Ability to work under moderate stress

• Basic understanding of animal welfare Basic writing ability/skills

• Ability to work independently or in a team

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

• Basic Animal Services Officer Certification

• Euthanasia Certification