Overview

Position Title: Animal Control Officer II

Company: City Of Columbus Ga

Location: Columbus, GA, US

Job Description:

Knowledge of relevant local and state codes, regulations, and laws. Knowledge of the principles of vehicle maintenance. Knowledge of various species and breeds of animals. Knowledge of the techniques used in the safe capture, handling, and care of animals. Knowledge of criminal court procedures. Skill in using catch-poles, traps, and assigned weapons. Skill in problem solving and decision making. Skill in reading and interpreting road maps. Skill in operating standard office equipment. Skill in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversees the activities of an assigned shift; resolves problems, assists subordinates, checks reports for accuracy, follows up difficult cases, and advises subordinates concerning specific situations.
  • Responds to complaints from citizens, law enforcement agencies, and veterinarians concerning stray, sick, or dangerous animals; conducts investigations to determine possible violations.
  • Responds to complaints from citizens, law enforcement agencies, and veterinarians concerning stray, sick, or dangerous animals; conducts investigations to determine possible violations.
  • Interprets animal welfare ordinances to the public; participates in educational programs and community services.
  • Patrols county for code violations; enforces compliance by issuing warnings or court citations; provides services as needed.
  • Prosecutes and provides expert testimony in local or state court for code violations. Performs administrative duties; completes reports of bites, warnings and citations, quarantines, and use of controlled drugs.
  • Prosecutes and provides expert testimony in local or state court for code violations.
  •  Captures, transports, and impounds sick, injured, trapped, or vicious domestic and wild animals; performs animal care duties including feeding animals and maintaining kennels, observes and diagnoses injured or sick animals; euthanizes animals as necessary.
  • Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment; disinfects vehicle cages.
  • Works with State Rabies Control Officer regarding quarantined animals.
  • Maintains and employs departmental weapons.
  •  Assists with the training of new officers.
  • Provides security for city owned cemeteries. Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
  • Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
  • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.