Animal Services Officer
POSTING DATE: May 03, 2017
JOB TITLE: Animal Services Officer
STARTING SALARY: $2,496/mo $29,960/annual
BRIEF DESCRIPTION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
THE STEPHENVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT is accepting applications for a a Full-Time Animal Services Officer.
Applicants must be available to work days and weekends as they are scheduled. Applicants must successfully complete a background investigation, interview, drug screening, and polygraph. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Essential Job Functions
- Performs tasks related to the enforcement of Animal Control law or ordinances.
- Patrols the city to capture and impound stray animals; pick up deceased, injured or unlicensed animals or strays.
- Prepares and maintains necessary records and reports.
- Answers calls and complaints involving animal complaints and related inquiries.
- Testify in court as required.
- Works with computers and other electronics daily.
Additional Job Functions
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Must be able to successfully utilize animal services equipment.
- Must have very strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be able to adapt and perform under adverse conditions.
- Must be able to learn and follow approved State of Texas Animal Services principles and follow approved procedures.
Minimum Education and Work Experience
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent
- Experience working with Animals
License or Certifications
- Must have or be able to obtain Basic Animal Control Certification by Texas Department of Health within 1 year of hire date;
Must reside within a 30 minute response radius of Stephenville.
Position(s): Open Until Filled. (Position May Close Without Notice)
CONTACT: Applications will be accepted and are available at City Hall, 298 W. Washington, Stephenville, Texas 76401, or online at www.stephenvilletx.gov or www.stephenvillepolice.org.
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