Crew Leader, Animal Control, Animal Shelter
Salary
$34,651.03 - $41,589.91 Annually
Location
Alexandria, Louisiana
Job Type
Classified
Division
Public Works
Department
Animal Shelter
Opening Date
07/15/2026
Closing Date
7/29/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
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Description
The purpose of this classification is to lead and perform responsible work in the enforcement of animal control ordinances that cover various animals, including those that may be diseased, unlicensed, dangerous, and stray.
Examples of Duties
Assists in supervising, directing, and evaluating assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, and completing employee performance appraisals; assists with training staff in the field.
Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise.
Captures unlicensed, stray, uncontrolled, sick, or injured domestic animals, livestock or wildlife by means of traps, catch pole or other accepted means and transports them to the animal shelter.
Enforced the city's ordinances: issues warning noticed to owners of domestic animals, livestock and wildlife that are in violation; investigates and responds to complaints of cruelty to animals and violations of the animal control ordinances; works in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies; testifies in court regarding violations;.
Performs duties which ensure the welfare of the animals in the shelter: makes daily rounds to check animals in all areas of the shelter, ensuring satisfactory conditions, security, and proper enclosure; reports illness, deaths, or abnormal behavior or physical condition; helps to care for injured animals; administers medications prescribed by veterinarian; assists with euthanasia of shelter animals and properly disposes of remains.
Handles, prepares, and/or maintains the appropriate paperwork necessary to the functions of this position: prepares impoundment or disposition tickets; assists with the completion and maintenance of records on each animal at the shelter; completes daily work records; files offense reports.
Provides customer assistance to the visiting public: shows animals for adoption; completes adoption papers; collects fees.
Assists the supervisor in preparing and conducting educational programs for the public regarding animal control, to generate interest and support.
Operates a personal computer as well as other office equipment; two-way radio, hand tools, animal capture equipment such as traps, snares, catch pole, and snake handling equipment.
Typical Qualifications
High School diploma or GED; supplemented by two (2) years of experience equivalent to Animal Control Officer; or any combination of education and experience which provides the skills and abilities requisite for this position. Must possess a valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification.
Supplemental Information
Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification. Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable. If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application.
Must include copies of driver's license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.
The City of Alexandria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, or disability.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and a wellness clinic for employees.
To learn more details, visit our website.
Employer City of Alexandria, LA
Address 625 Murray Street
P.O. Box 71
Alexandria, Louisiana, 71309
Phone 318-449-5078
318-449-5030