City of Odessa Jobs Opening For Animal Control Officer

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Receives complaints and calls for assistance regarding at-large live, injured or deceased animals.
• Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of assigned vehicle – cab and payload areas.
• Assist in the humane care and maintenance of animals in the shelter.
• Maintains oneself in proper uniform and general appearance and behavior.
• Practices safety control.
• Prevents diseases from entering shelter.
• Removes deceased animals from public thoroughfare.
• Performs humane euthanasia.
• Impounds animals as prescribed by ordinances.
• Cites violators of the animal ordinance.
• Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use to hold this position.
• Responsible for keeping daily truck logs, noting time of call for assistance received, nature of call, disposition of call, and time call completed.
• Enforces all Federal, State and local laws pertaining to animals.
• Investigates animal bite/scratch cases.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Be able to lift large size dogs, be able to euthanize animals, sick and injured as prescribed by ordinances
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to follow safety procedures.
• Handle and provide care for small and large animals
• Be familiar with latest City and County ordinances pertaining to animals.
• Ability to deal tactfully, courteously, and effectively with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
• Knowledge of laws relating to Animal Control Shelter operations and animal care.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.

Qualification & Experience:

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• GED required. Prefer 3 to 6 months heavy customer relations experience.

Job Details:

Company: City of Odessa

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Functions: Other

Job Location: Odessa, TX, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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