Ability to: Participate as a team member in the work of the Animal Services Division by understanding and implementing assigned duties and responsibilities to support team goals and objectives, working cooperatively with other team members, receiving and sharing information, soliciting input, identifying operational and interpersonal issues, and participating in the development of problem solving solutions; issue citations; learn, read, and interpret State of California laws and City of Fremont ordinances, policies, practices and procedures related to the administration of an animal shelter and animal field services; handle scared, injured, ill and aggressive animals; respond courteously and tactfully to customers in the field and in the shelter; represent the City in cases of violation of animal control laws; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work environment: Works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, working at unprotected heights, being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature / humidity, exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals (euthanize), exposure to excessive noise, exposure to solvents, grease or oil, exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working below ground (water ways), using computer monitor, exposure to vibration, works around others, works alone, works with others.