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1 Nov 2022

Full-Time Animal Control Officer

Clark County Human Resources – Posted by Clark County Human Resources Vancouver, Washington, United States

Job Description

Job Summary

On a routine basis, or as assigned, enforces state and local laws and ordinances to protect the safety and rights of the public and the welfare of animals.  Tasks and responsibilities include responding to reports of vicious animals, animal cruelty, animal pick-up and confinement, responding to property damage complaints, inspection of containment facilities, preparing reports, representing the County at public hearings, testifying in court, and performing euthanasia.  The bulk of the work is performed in the field driving a department vehicle and responding to reported violations or area of need.

 

Qualifications:

Experience & Education:

 

High school diploma or GED and two years experience in an animal welfare or control environment, including a   humane society, veterinary office or kennel.  Additional training or course work in veterinary science, law enforcement and/or experience with animals such as farming or ranching will be considered toward meeting the above  requirement.  Experience involving intensive public contact is desirable. Possession of or ability to obtain a    Washington drivers license and evidence of prior safe driving record required. Attendance at the Animal Control Officer Academy sponsored by the Washington Animal Control Association required within two years of hire date.

 

Knowledge of:  County roads and locations; animal control ordinances and related RCW’s; department policies and procedures; animal identification, behavior and control methods and techniques; and traffic and safety laws; legal process, enforcement of codes, laws and regulations pertaining to animal welfare; conflict management and  resolution techniques; governmental regulations, policies and procedures; principles and practice of              communications.

 

Ability to:  Be on call for weekend and emergency assistance calls; understand, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, ordinances and procedures clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing; develop and maintain          effective working relationships with associates; exercise judgment, tact and courtesy in sensitive or controversial situations; maintain composure and act quickly and effectively in an emergency; be comfortable with and           participate in the euthanization of animals; safely operate and maintain a light truck; prepare reports and other documentation of activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other departments, agencies and the public.

 

Examples of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

 

  • Apprehension, control and confinement of loose, unlicensed, injured, abandoned or dangerous animals – both domestic animals and livestock.
  • Investigation of reports of animal cruelty and vicious animals
  • Enforcement of animal control ordinances, including issuing notices of violations and warnings.
  • Pick up of dead animals
  • Euthanization of animals

 

For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Salary Grade: Local 11.802 $24.22 – $30.90- per hour

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How to Apply

For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at: https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time.

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