JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER TRAINEE
Under direction, enforces local, state and animal cruelty, control, nuisance and rabies laws in compliance with the County's Animal Control Ordinance & Florida State Statutes. Employee functions at entry level and is responsible for protecting the lives and welfare of the citizens and animals. Position is responsible for the apprehension of stray and trapped animals. Performs related tasks as necessary. Work schedule may change with the departments needs and could include nights and weekends as regular shift work.
PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to physically control highly active/aggressive animals, potentially weighing in excess of 80 pounds, using available equipment. Ability to sit, stoop, squat, walk, and stand frequently. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather for long periods of time. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Two (2) years of experience working with the public required. Working knowledge of use of computers required. Hands-on experience with animals to include dogs and cats in a professional setting.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License. Must successfully complete Humane Animal Euthanasia and Animal Control Officer Certification through the Florida Animal Control Association or other approved certifying body, within one (1) year rom date of hire. FS 828.27 (4) (a) 2. County-employed and municipally-employed animal control officers must successfully complete the 1-hour training course developed by the Department of Children and Families pursuant to FS 39.208 (5).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain an active home/cell phone within thirty (30) days after employment date due to recall for emergencies.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
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