Animal Control Officer - Trainee U31

Overview

Summary Objective:
The purpose of this position is to train with and assist Animal Control in duties. This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

• Assists in the explanation of procedures, laws, codes, and ordinances, and provides information to the public.
• Assists in the capture and impoundment of animals.
• Inspects motor vehicle and cleans equipment to ensure its safe operation, and replenishes necessary supplies, fuel and fluids.
• Cleans and disinfects kennel cages, pens, and transport units using water hose, floor brush and chemicals.
• Assists and trains in entering information and codes into the computer, retrieves information, generates routine daily reports, and corrects computer data entry mistakes which are discovered.
• Assists in the transportation of personnel and equipment.
• Trains to receive and transmit codes, messages and information by two-way radio.
• Trains on the operation of a motor vehicle to patrol and assigned geographic area of the county.
• Trains and assists in the investigation of complaints from the public concerning unrestrained, unlicensed, uncontrolled, abandoned, dangerous, nuisance, injured, or sick animals and collects evidence and other pertinent information.
• Trains and assists in the preparation and issuance of uniform citations, violation notices, warnings, quarantines, and search warrants.
• Trains and assists in the capturing and impoundment of animals with a net, rope, trap, food, other equipment, or other technique or method.
• Trains and assists in the communication and explanations to pet owners on the animal control operations, procedures, laws, fees and services, traps, pet owner responsibilities, and general care of animals.
• Refers the public to other governmental agencies for services and assistance.
• Trains and assists with the verification of licenses to ensure that animals and business establishments are correctly licensed and inspects residential properties before animals are approved for adoption.
• Trains and assists in the securing of small animals in air kennel on mobile unit or large animals in livestock trailers and transports them to the center facility.

• Trains and assists in preparing investigative and other reports and compiles evidence should legal action be taken and testifies in court.
• Trains and assists in performing euthanasia by injection under the direction of a licensed veterinarian.
• Trains and assists in administering vaccinations and dewormer of animals on intake as needed.
• Performs related work as assigned.

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of animal care, customer service, or animal handling experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• He or she is a citizen of the United States and is twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• He or she has never been found guilty of a misdemeanor or felony.
• He or she has not within a period of two (2) years hired himself or herself out, or otherwise as an active participant in any labor dispute.
• Must possess EBI (Euthanasia By Injection) certification by the Kentucky Board of Veterinary Examiners or obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• Must complete KACCA (Kentucky Animal Care and Control Association) training. within 6 months of hire.
• Successful completion of an in-house training program and field evaluation within 10 months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light;
    Dusts and…