Animal Services Officer

The Fremont Police Department is recruiting for the position of Animal Services Officer. Application Deadline This recruitment will close on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST. About the Fremont Police Department Fremont Police Department is the law enforcement agency for the City of Fremont, California. As of 2026, the department consists of over 300 staff, of which more than 200 are sworn personnel, and more than 100 are professional staff. Fremont Police Department was first established under the direction of Chief Richard E. Condon on July 1, 1958. At that time, it was staffed by one Lieutenant, three Sergeants, two investigators, one juvenile officer, 17 patrol officers, a secretary, and a clerk. By the end of 1958, there were a total of 25 officers serving a population of 29,000 people in the City of Fremont. In 1966, Fremont PD grew to 82 officers, serving a population of 88,000. The department continues to grow as demand for services increased. Today, Fremont Police Department is one of the most reputable police agencies in the State, serving the 4th largest city in the Bay Area. Selection Process The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, pre-employment medical exam and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailing View email address on click.appcast.io Contact Us For additional information, please email Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Animal Services Officer Specification Definition Under general supervision, serves as a member of the Animal Services team in providing a caring, humane environment in which to perform animal control services duties in the animal shelter and in the field; performs related duties as required. Class Characteristics This is a journey level classification in the Animal Services Division of the Police Department, reporting to an Animal Services Supervisor. Assignments are rotated between the field and the Animal Shelter on an established schedule, and incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of the job in both areas of assignment. Assignments, objectives, and work methods are established by policy and procedure and incumbents assume responsibility for accomplishing work within those parameters. Work review is not continual but is conducted periodically; checks are integrated into work processes. Incumbents of positions in this classification work in the field, the animal shelter office, and the shelter's animal care area. Field Assignment Patrols assigned geographical areas of the City during assigned working hours. Picks up unleashed or dead animals. Investigates complaints. Investigates reports of animal welfare abuses. Prepares investigative reports. Recommends appropriate solutions to animal service requests. Investigates complaints of animal bites. Quarantines animals. Issues warnings and/or citations. Marginal Functions Gathers information and obtains statements from the public on animals creating nuisances. Operates, cleans, and maintains animal control trucks and other animal control equipment. Other duties as assigned. Shelter Assignment Receives stray and relinquished animals. Assesses animal health. Cleans and sanitizes cages and runs. Euthanizes injured and unclaimed animals. Maintains shelter records. Marginal Functions Receives and responds to customer service requests either in person or on the phone. Provides information concerning animal behavior and care. Provides food and water to animals housed in the shelter. Receives fee payment for services. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Written and oral communication techniques; public relations; conflict resolution techniques; and common animal types and their normal characteristics and behaviors. Skill to: Administer injections. Ability to: Participate as a team member in the work of the Animal Services Division by understanding and implementing assigned duties and responsibilities to support team goals and objectives, working cooperatively with other team members, receiving and sharing information, soliciting input, identifying operational and interpersonal issues, and participating in the development of problem solving solutions; issue citations; learn, read, and interpret State of California laws and City of Fremont ordinances, policies, practices and procedures related to the administration of an animal shelter and animal field services; handle scared, injured, ill and aggressive animals; respond courteously and tactfully to customers in the field and in the shelter; represent the City in cases of violation of animal control laws; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position. Education/Experience Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Possession of a high school diploma, GED equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate and one year of experience in the interpretation and enforcement of laws or codes, preferably related to animal and/or vector control work. Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements Successful completion of PC 832 training by the completion of probation is required. Positions in this classification require possession of a valid Class C California Driver License; failure to possess or maintain a valid license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment. Willingness to: work weekends, holidays, nights and rotating shifts; respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours; and wear a uniform. Physical and Environmental Demands Rare = 66% Sitting: Frequent Walking: Frequent Standing: Rare Bending (neck): Frequent Bending (waist): Frequent Squatting: Rare Climbing: Rare Kneeling: Occasional Crawling: Rare Jumping: Rare Balancing: Rare Twisting (neck): Frequent Twisting (waist): Rare Grasp - light (dominant hand): Frequent Grasp - light (non-dominant): Frequent Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Rare Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Rare Fine manipulation (dominant): Rare Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Rare Reach - at/below shoulder: Frequent Reach – above shoulder level: Rare Push/pull: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Rare 26 to 50 lbs. Rare 51 to 75 lbs. Rare 76 to 100 lbs. Rare Over 100 lbs. Rare Lifting: Up to 10 lbs. Rare 11 to 25 lbs. Rare 26 to 50 lbs. Rare 51 to 75 lbs. Rare 76 to 100 lbs. Rare Over 100 lbs. Rare Carrying: Up to 10 lbs. Rare 11 to 25 lbs. Rare 26 to 50 lbs. Rare 51 to 75 lbs. Never 76 to 100 lbs. Never Over 100 lbs. Never Coordination: Eye-hand Required Eye-hand-foot: Not required Driving: Required Vision: Acuity, near: Required Acuity, far: Required Depth perception: Required Accommodation: Required Color vision: Required Field of vision: Required Talking: Face-to-face contact: Required Verbal contact w/others: Required Public: Required Hearing: Normal conversation: Required Telephone communication: Required Earplugs required: Not required Work environment: Works outdoors, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature, working at unprotected heights, being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature / humidity, exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals (euthanize), exposure to excessive noise, exposure to solvents, grease or oil, exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces, working below ground (water ways), using computer monitor, exposure to vibration, works around others, works alone, works with others. Additional Information Class Code: 6740 FLSA: Non-Exempt EEOC Code: 4 Barg. Unit: CFEA Probation: 12 months Rev.: 11/21 #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Fremont