This position performs protective, preventive, investigative, and beginning level administrative work to enforce animal control laws within the county.
Will consider trainee appointments. Grade 15
Work Schedule Forty (40) hours per week with a current schedule based on department needs and supervisor approval. This position is considered on call for after hour emergencies, outbreaks, etc. The person in this position is required to work nights and weekends when necessitated.
Required Minimum Training:
Position requires graduation from high school or equivalent and one year of experience as an Animal Control Officer, security officer, or related law enforcement role; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Valid North Carolina Driver’s license required.
Additional Training/Experience:
Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET)
Certified Rabies Vaccinator (CRV)
Certified National Animal Control Association (NACA)
- Job requires comprehensive knowledge of county and state laws relating to animal and rabies control.
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Thorough knowledge of animal collection and disposal method.
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Ability to exercise sound judgement and deal tactfully with a wide range of public contacts while enforcing state laws and county ordinances pertaining to animal and rabies control.
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Fundamental knowledge of animal health and behavior and the ability to administer required medications, vaccinations, and tests.
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Certified in rabies vaccinations, performance of euthanasia, and animal cruelty investigations.
Statement of Equal Employment Opportunity
Jackson County recognizes its continued success in meeting the needs of its citizens requires the full and active participation of talented and committed individuals, regardless of their gender, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability or political affiliation. It is the policy of the County to foster, maintain, and promote equal opportunity by use of a systematic, consistent recruitment program, and to identify and attract the most qualified applicants for employment with the County. This policy is to be achieved by announcing all position vacancies, by evaluating all applicants using the same criteria, and by applying testing methods through the NC Career Works Office. Selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or sexual orientation.
