Animal Services Officer

Job Description

Salary Range: $49,469.94 - $49,469.94

Works under the general supervision of an assigned supervisor at Memphis Animal Services to apprehend, rescue and retain unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals for the protection of citizens. Investigates complaints concerning ordinance violations; answers calls concerning reports of animal bites. Assists in the training of new personnel. Performs euthanasia as required, both within the shelter and in the field. Provides information and assistance to the public. Operates a City vehicle to respond to calls concerning the need to apprehend unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals. Makes court appearances related to citations and warrants issued and to apprehend animals. Acts as liaison with the Memphis Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Internal Revenue Services (IRS). Maintains and completes a variety of daily activity reports. Assists other personnel in the performance of these duties.

Responsibilities

Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Typical physical demands include the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires the use of equipment such as traps, chemical capture gun, nets, catchpoles, etc. Requires the ability to handle animals coming into the shelter such as dogs, cats, snakes, livestock and wildlife. Requires running and lifting of animals (up to approximately 50 lbs.). Requires operating a City vehicle to make on-site visits to apprehend, rescue, and retain animals.

Typical working conditions include majority of work performed outdoors. May be exposed to potentially dangerous animals and various types of weather conditions. Involves contact with staff and the general public. Occasionally travels to meet court appearances.

Must be available to work on assigned shift including working on second (2nd) shift as needed as a condition of continued employment in this position. Note: This position is eligible for an additional 6% hazardous duty pay in addition to the base pay mentioned above.

Qualifications

High school graduate or GED and two (2) years of general work experience, preferably in the animal control or animal care field, including some direct experience working with the public; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Good communication skills and experience working independently preferred. Must possess a valid driver license. Must obtain and maintain a certification as a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician within one year of employment, as a condition of continued employment.