Brief Description
The purpose of this position is to administer, communicate, investigate and enforce all codes, ordinances and regulations related to animal control, animal cruelty and neglect, and perform related duties to promote education and compliance with laws regulating animal treatment. This is accomplished by identifying violations; issuing warning and citations; performing animal rescue, and educating the community on animal care and compliance. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling, with proper equipment, domesticated animals and urban wildlife.
Essential Functions
Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.
Physical demand legend
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(S) Sedentary — Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
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(L) Light — Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
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(M) Medium — Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
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(H) Heavy — Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
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(V) Very Heavy — Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.
Essential functions
- (M) Medium — 35% of time: Identifies violations by patrolling city limits; observing areas of alleged violations; interviewing available witnesses to determine if laws are being violated; responding to calls; and proactively issuing citations and warnings.
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(H) Heavy — 35% of time: Performs animal rescue duties and aids animals in distress by picking up animals; freeing trapped animals or rescuing strays; removing animals from inhumane conditions; safely disposing of animals; and transporting animals to shelters for treatment, care, or impoundment/quarantine.
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(L) Light — 15% of time: Educates citizens on safety and benefits of both domestic animals and wildlife by giving presentations on animal safety and care; coordinating trap lending services to residents; and providing instruction on removing nuisance animals from homes.
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(S) Sedentary — 15% of time: Performs related administrative duties by verifying animal billing; completing trap lending and other related services paperwork; and completing monthly reports.
Frequency key: Continuously = 2/3 or more of the time • Frequently = 1/3 to 2/3 of the time • Occasionally = up to 1/3 of the time • Rarely = less than 1 hour per week • Never = never occurs.
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Physical strength for this position is Medium — exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
Physical Demands
Note: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation
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Standing — Occasionally — Communicating with co-workers
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Sitting — Frequently — Desk work and driving
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Walking — Frequently — Around work site and to other departments/offices
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Lifting — Frequently — Supplies, equipment, files, and animals
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Carrying — Occasionally — Supplies, equipment, files, and animals
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Pushing/Pulling — Rarely
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Reaching — Occasionally — For supplies
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Handling — Frequently — Paperwork
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Fine Dexterity — Frequently — Computer keyboard, telephone pad
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Kneeling — Occasionally — Retrieving items from lower shelves/ground and animals
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Crouching — Frequently — Retrieving items from lower shelves/ground and animals
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Crawling — Rarely — Inside attics/pipes/ditches
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Bending — Frequently — Retrieving items from lower shelves/ground and animals
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Twisting — Frequently — Getting inside vehicle
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Climbing — Rarely — Stairs and on step stool
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Balancing — Rarely — On step stools
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Vision — Continuously — Observing work site, reading, computer screen, driving
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Hearing — Frequently — Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone
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Talking — Frequently — Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone
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Foot Controls — Frequently — Driving
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Other (specified if applicable) — Never
Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware
Computer, printer, and related software, telephone, copier, catch pole, mace, traps, transfer cages, fatal plus, snake tongs, syringes, pet treats, nets, carriers, leashes, and related office materials.
Environmental Factors
Health and safety factors
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Mechanical Hazards — Never
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Chemical Hazards — Rarely
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Electrical Hazards — Rarely
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Fire Hazards — Never
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Explosives — Never
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Communicable Diseases — Rarely
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Physical Danger or Abuse — Frequently
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Other — Never (N/A)
Environmental factors
Frequency key: Daily • Several Times Per Week • Several Times Per Month • Seasonally • Never.
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Respiratory Hazards — Daily
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Extreme Temperatures — Seasonally
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Noise and Vibration — Never
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Wetness/Humidity — Seasonally
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Physical Hazards — Daily
Protective Equipment Required
Gloves, goggles, and rain coat.
Non-Physical Demands
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Time Pressure — Rarely
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Emergency Situation — Occasionally
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Frequent Change of Tasks — Rarely Irregular
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Work Schedule/Overtime — Rarely Performing
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Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously — Rarely
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Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team — Rarely
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Tedious or Exacting Work — Rarely
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Noisy/Distracting Environment — Rarely
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Other — Never (N/A)
Primary Work Location
Primary work location for this position is Outdoors.
