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Animal Control Enforcement Officer
Polk County Sheriff's Office —Winter Haven, FL
- $47,750.14 - $65,078.42 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Maintenance
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays

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Animal Control Enforcement Officer

Polk County Sheriff's Office -
Winter Haven, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$47,750.14 - $65,078.42 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Driving
Certified Notary Public

Full Job Description

Position Concept:

The Animal Control Enforcement Officer performs field work advising citizens and enforcing county ordinances and state statutes pertaining to Animal and Rabies Control laws. The member performs operational, clerical and public relations duties and tasks specific to the position.

The most important and essential job function of the position is attitude which includes the following: interacting positively and cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member, functioning under intense time pressure and responding in a positive manner to supervision.

The Animal Control Enforcement Officer may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and shall have the physical, mental and emotional abilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

Employee Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks
Tuition Reimbursement
Education Incentives
Free Employee Health Clinic
Wellness Incentives
FRS Retirement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free Employee Gym
Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan

Essential Functions:

Advise citizens on animal ownership
Obtain animal bite information
Inform public of animal control regulations
Advise public of complaint procedures
Act as liaison between complaint parties
Locate reported stray animals
Check for rabies tags
Locate animal owners
Ensure enforcement of regulations/ and ordinances
Issues citations/summonses
Act as witness in court
Investigate calls/complaints
Prepare animals for rabies testing
Destroys/disposes of unwanted/diseased animals
Collects animal carcasses
Assist in redemption of animals to the public
Assist in boarding area maintenance
Performs kennel duties
Prepare forms and reports
Assist with central office duties
Attend Meetings
Perform clerical duties as required
Perform chemical immobilization

Education, Professional Certification or License:

High School or GED
Valid Florida driver's license
Notary for the State of Florida
Successful completion of a 40 hour minimum standards training course approved by the Florida Animal Control Association
Successful completion of state approved euthanasia training
Maintain Certification as required by Florida State Statutes
Successful completion of Chemical Immobilization Training

Professional Experience:

Customer service, public contact or animal/kennel related work experience
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications

Environmental Conditions:

Work is subject to stand-by and/or call out for emergencies and shift work
Must carry a pager and/or cell phone when on/off duty
Work involves day and/or night, exposure to inclement weather
Work may require acts of physical endurance and agility

Knowledge of:

PCSO policy and procedure
Safety rules and regulations
General care of animals
Animal control ordinances/procedures
Chemical Immobilization techniques
Notary laws
Florida State Statutes concerning animals
Resources
First aid procedures
Animal diseases
Rabies control
Judicial procedures
Geographical area

Ability to:

Read and write English
Operate motor vehicle
Read a map
Control animals
Respond to emergency situations
Perform under stressful conditions
Work independently

Skills:

Report writing
Computer
Interpersonal
Keyboarding
Public speaking
Problem solving
Decision making
Analytical
Telephone
Communication
Clerical
Investigative

Physical Requirements:

Walk
Lift/carry push/pull 70 lbs
Speak English understandably
Sit for long periods
Stand for long periods
See at normal range or with accommodation
Hear at normal range or with accommodation
Manual dexterity
Ambulate independently
Run
Climb
Stoop
Bend
Kneel
Crawl
Recognize colors
Strength to control animals
Must complete prescribed inoculations for pre-rabies vaccines

Other:

*FCIC/NCIC: Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center
FDLE: Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Min: USD $47,750.14/Yr. Max: USD $65,078.42/Yr.

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