GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Enforce local state and federal laws and ordinances governing the harboring and treatment of animals. Capture and remove stray, abused, abandoned and injured animals from all environments within the city. Investigate reports of animal neglect and abuse, collecting and documenting evidence and writing detailed reports. Educate residents on responsible ownership and interact closely with other animal agencies, shelters, non-profit organizations dedicated to animal welfare.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work under the supervision of the Patrol Support Division. The employee exercises some independent judgement in handling complaints.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following:
Patrol City watching for stray, injured or deceased animals
Investigate animal bites
Recognize signs of animal illness, abuse, neglect and cruelty
Make house calls, assist with police department runs to retrieve animals and transfer them to the police station, shelters or non-profit agencies approved by the department.
Investigate complaints and, where necessary, issue summons for ordinance violations.
Respond to dog complaints and attempt to secure the cooperation of dog owners in enforcing ordinances.
Investigate kennels for proper licensing and care of animals.
Maintain reports and records in accordance with MDARD and patrol department requirements
Appear for scheduled court dates and testify using detailed reports written and evidence
Perform related work as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of animal collection and care methods.
Experience maintaining animals in a shelter environment.
Ability to acquire knowledge of pertinent laws, ordinances and regulations.
Ability to carry out oral directions and to prepare simple but accurate reports.
Skill in checking and handling dogs without personal injury.
High school diploma or G.E.D.
