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The work also requires mental and visual acuity, speaking, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand, grasping, picking, holding, or otherwise working with the whole hand, hearing, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, talking, and walking. Licenses or Certifications • Valid Missouri Drivers License • Certification by a state professional animal care and control organization such as the Missouri Animal Control Association or the National Animal Control Association or equivalent organization as an Animal Control Officer within one year of employment.

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Title: Animal Control OfficerClose Date: -not applicable-Full-Time: -not applicable-
Part-Time: -not applicable-
Full-Time: -not applicable-
Exempt: Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt: Non-ExemptDescription
To Apply
Please complete the online application found at www.jeffcomo.org. Resumes are accepted as supplemental information only and will not be used as a substitute for the application you must complete the application in full.---JOB SUMMARYThe position involves semi-professional work involving county code enforcement and shelter sanitization and operations specifically involving animal control and welfare. Work involves applying technical knowledge for assisting with the conducting of shelter sanitization and operations and the ability to interpret and enforce the county animal control order and state statutes. Employees in this position regularly exercise judgment in a broad range of duties under supervision. Work is assigned by the division manager and other supervisory personnel with instructions and assistance given on unusual or complex problems such as review of ordinances, disease control, and animal welfare.---ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS• Investigates complaints of animal control ordinance violations and animal welfare concerns.
• Patrols unincorporated Jefferson County to ensure compliance with county ordinances.
• Issues citations for violations of county ordinances and impounds animals found in violation of ordinances.
• Presents courtroom testimony regarding alleged violations of county and state animal control and animal welfare laws when applicable.
• Interpret investigative findings with regard to applicable ordinances.
• Assists with performance of county shelter maintenance procedures in accordance with the Animal Care Facilities Act involving feeding, watering, sanitization, and other animal welfare-related duties.
• Performs impounded animal intake procedures and impounded animal welfare examinations.
• Assists in performance of animal shelter grounds maintenance as assigned.
• Assists division administrative staff with customer service and data entry as requested.
• Assists as directed with training of new employees.
• Performs search rescue and recovery operations for animals trapped, entangled, caught, or otherwise unable to extricate themselves from dangerous situations.
• Assists medically trained staff members with providing medications to animals that are sick or injured as directed.
• Provides daily exercise periods and animal socialization sessions and enrichment sessions as prescribed by the Animal Care Facilities Act.
• Processes specimens for rabies testing via the Health Department.
• Prepares investigative reports based upon information obtained during investigations and submits reports to superior.
• Takes witness statements, interviews witnesses, and suspects, performs background investigations, or other investigations to ensure compliance with County rules and regulations.
• Investigates complaints of animal neglect, abuse, and cruelty cases.
• When qualified, conducts inspections of animal rescue group foster homes, licensed breeder facilities, and commercial boarding facilities.
• When qualified, conducts detailed crime scene analysis and evidence collection at animal neglect, abuse, and cruelty scenes and other cases as assigned, performs crime scene photography and videography.---POSITIONAnimal Control Officer---POSITION REQUIREMENTSEducation and Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of related experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experienceLicenses or Certifications
• Valid Missouri Drivers License
• Certification by a state professional animal care and control organization such as the Missouri Animal Control Association or the National Animal Control Association or equivalent organization as an Animal Control Officer within one year of employmentSpecial Requirements
• Must be able to control lift and carry large animals
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and after-hours on a rotational basisKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of county ordinances pertaining to animal control and animal welfare, the criminal justice system, and basic computer operations.
• Skill in the operation and care of assigned equipment.
• Ability to recognize environmental and public safety hazards and prepare clear, concise reports with supervision.
• Ability to enforce ordinances and division policies in a professional manner, assist in making technical inspections, and arrive at independent decisions on the basis of these inspections with some supervision.---PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects including the human body. The work also requires mental and visual acuity, speaking, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand, grasping, picking, holding, or otherwise working with the whole hand, hearing, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, talking, and walking.---WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work is performed in all buildings and animal housing areas of the Animal Resource Center in County vehicles and in various field situations in unincorporated Jefferson County. The work may be performed in extreme noise, weather, and temperature ranges. Work involves interaction with other employees and the general public. Individuals in this position will be exposed to a wide variety of personalities and attitudes, zoonotic diseases, and potential for injury from animals and humans.---Shift<ul><li>not applicable-</li></ul>Normal Entry Salary: 19.65
Salary Range: -not applicable-EOE Statement
Jefferson County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran, or uniformed servicemember status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now

Jefferson County, MO

Animal Control Officer

Analysis Skills

Animal Care

Animal Control

Animal Shelter

Background Investigation

Computer Operations

County Ordinances

Criminal Justice

Customer Support/Service

Data Entry

Disease Prevention and Control

Driver's License

Groundskeeping

Health Department

Investigative Reports

Maintain Compliance

Medications

Photography

Public Safety

Quality Assurance Methodology

Regulations

Reporting Skills

Residential Construction

Sample/Specimen Processing

Staff Training

State Laws and Regulations

Typing

Video Production

The work also requires mental and visual acuity, speaking, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand, grasping, picking, holding, or otherwise working with the whole hand, hearing, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, talking, and walking. Work involves applying technical knowledge for the conducting of shelter sanitization and operations and the ability to interpret and enforce the county animal control order and state statutes which govern the operation of animal shelters.

Title: Shelter Attendant - Animal Control DivisionClose Date: Full-Time, Part-Time, Exempt, Non-ExemptDescription
To Apply: Please complete the online application found at www.jeffcomo.org. Resumes are accepted as supplemental information only and will not be used as a substitute for the application you must complete the application in full.---Job SummaryThe position involves semi-professional work involving county code enforcement and shelter sanitization and operations specifically involving animal control and welfare. Work involves applying technical knowledge for the conducting of shelter sanitization and operations and the ability to interpret and enforce the county animal control order and state statutes which govern the operation of animal shelters. Employees in this position regularly exercise judgment in a broad range of duties. Work is assigned by the division manager or other division supervisor with instructions and assistance given on unusual or complex problems such as review of ordinances, disease control, and animal welfare.---Essential Job Functions• Performs county shelter maintenance procedures in accordance with the Animal Care Facilities Act involving feeding, watering, sanitization, and other animal welfare-related duties.
• Performs county shelter maintenance procedures in accordance with the Animal Care Facilities Act and Division protocols involving shelter facilities sanitization, upkeep, and rehabilitation as needed.
• Performs grounds maintenance to include mowing, weed-eating, trash pick-up, snow, and ice removal on County animal shelter grounds.
• Performs housekeeping maintenance of the Division Administration areas such as sweeping, mopping, cleaning, toilets, and trash removal.
• Performs animal sedations as needed when qualified.
• Performs first aid on injured animals such as splints, tourniquets, blankets, and muzzles, and other related medical supplies and equipment.
• Assists medically trained staff members with providing medications to animals that are sick or injured when qualified.
• Provides daily exercise periods and animal socialization sessions and enrichment sessions as prescribed by the Animal Care Facilities Act.
• Performs animal intake medical evaluations and temperament testing of all animals as requested.
• Assists division administrative staff with customer service and data entry as requested.
• Performs minor maintenance on kennels, facilities, shelter equipment, and other professional equipment.
• Conducts adoption tours and assists customers searching the facility for their lost.
• Presents courtroom testimony regarding alleged violations of county and state animal control and animal welfare laws only when qualified.
• Assists field staff personnel with impoundment intake procedures and intake evaluations.
• Performs on-the-job training of new personnel when assigned.
• Performs emergency animal shelter operations and daily animal care during disaster response situations as directed only when qualified.
• Performs work at assigned location during specified business hours.
• Performs related additional duties as required and assigned.---Position RequirementsQualificationsEducation and Experience:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No related experience required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.Licenses or Certifications:
• Valid Missouri Drivers License.
• Certification by a state professional animal care and control organization such as the Missouri Animal Control Association or the National Animal Control Association or equivalent organization as an Animal Control Officer preferred but not required.
• Specialty certifications for such tasks as chemical capture, medical intake evaluations, temperament testing, behavior assessment, socialization, enrichment program management, behavior modification training, etc. preferred but not required.Special RequirementsMust be able to control lift and carry large animals.
Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and after-hours on a rotational basis.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge of county ordinances pertaining to animal control and animal welfare, the criminal justice system, and basic computer operations.
Skill in the operation and care of assigned equipment.
Knowledge of the Animal Care Facilities Act and practices pertaining to animal control and animal welfare, the criminal justice system, and basic computer operations.
Ability to recognize environmental and public safety hazards and prepare clear, concise reports, analyze, and determine practices or actions that address problems.
Ability to enforce Animal Care Facilities Act and division policies in a professional manner.---Physical DemandsThe work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects including the human body. The work also requires mental and visual acuity, speaking, balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand, grasping, picking, holding, or otherwise working with the whole hand, hearing, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, stooping, talking, and walking.---Work EnvironmentThe work is performed in all buildings and animal housing areas of the Animal Control Center in County vehicles and in various field situations in unincorporated Jefferson County. The work may be performed in extreme noise, weather, and temperature ranges. This position will involve driving County vehicles with restricted visibility and working in the community where responding to requests for service. Individuals in this position will be exposed to a wide variety of personalities and attitudes, zoonotic diseases, and potential for injury from animals and humans.

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