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Animal Services Officer

Full-Time, 40 hrs/wk.  Starting Salary: $18.20 per hour.  Benefits*

Accountability:  Director of Animal Services
Position Open Until Filled

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Treat all animals humanely, properly and with compassion, including those that may be injured, wild or potentially dangerous
• Provide emergency rescue and transportation of sick and injured domestic and wild animals
• Enforce all laws pertaining to animals including complaints about aggressive animals, dog control, leash laws, neglect, licensing, cruelty, etc.
• Conduct regular patrols throughout an assigned area for animals at large, returning them to their guardian or transporting them to our shelter for impoundment
• Participate in rabies control by quarantining, impounding and releasing bite animals and rabies suspect animals
• Issue citations and appear in court when necessary
• Inspect commercial animal establishments
• Produce and maintain accurate case files, records and reports as required
• Clean, disinfect and restock vehicle and equipment
• Euthanize injured or sick wild animals for humane reasons in emergency situations
• Promote a humane and caring attitude toward all animals through education and example
• Maintain a pleasant, courteous and tactful demeanor with the public at all times
• Removal of deceased animals
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization, and improve the quality of life for the animals

KNOWLEDGE OF, SKILL IN, OR ABILITY TO:

• Accumulated knowledge and compassion for domestic animals and wildlife
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer keyboarding skills (data entry) are required
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Must be flexible and capable of working both independently and as a member of a team
• Must be available to work irregular hours, weekends and holidays

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  A typical way of gaining the necessary knowledge, skill and ability outlined above is:  High School diploma or G.E.D.  Completion of course on laws of arrest, search and seizure (832 P.C.) within six months of hire. 

Possession of a valid California driver's license and a good driving record.  Rabies Immunization required and will be provided by MHS.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or carry at least 75 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, walk, lift, bend, and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to run; climb; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee should have no known allergies to animals or other substances that would prevent him/her from performing the duties as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• On occasion, the employee will be exposed to very unpleasant odors and gruesome sights.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud.
• The work schedule will require working overtime, nightshift, swing shift, weekends and holiday and rotates regularly.
• The employee will sometimes be exposed to members of the public that can be confrontational, angry, emotional, and grieving.
• The employee will be required to work in a variety of terrain conditions, some of which can be potentially dangerous
• The employee will be exposed to dangerous and rabid animals

Benefits:

*Full-Time Employees (At Least 30 Hours/Week):

• Medical/Vision Plan
  Health Net PPO and HMO
  KAISER HMO
• Alternative Care Coverage
  Chiropractic and Acupuncture
• Dental Plan
  Includes Orthodontia for dependent children
• Domestic Partner Coverage Available (Medical and Dental plans)
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
  

*All Regular Employees (At least 20 hours/week):

• Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holiday/Personal Days
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Sabbatical Leave