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Animal Control Officer
City of Indianapolis and Marion County —Indianapolis, IN
- $48,651.20 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Outdoor work

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Animal Control Officer

City of Indianapolis and Marion County -
Indianapolis, IN

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Job Details

Full-time
$48,651.20 a year

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
Outdoor work experience
Vehicle cleanliness maintenance
Incident report management
Court testimony
Mid-level
Records management
Dog handling
Serving summons
Collaborating with law enforcement agencies
Patrolling
Criminal investigation
Local ordinances

Full Job Description

JOB

Agency Summary

Animal Care Services protects and promotes the health, safety, and welfare of pets and livestock in Marion County. The agency works with animal rescue organizations both locally and nationally.

Job Summary

In this position, the incumbent will respond to citizen requests for service and/or complaints regarding animals. The position requires the apprehension and impoundment of animals that are at large or being kept in violation of municipal code. The incumbent in this position will investigate animal bites and/or attacks, care and treatment violations, and dog fighting cases. This position must issue summons and citations to residents of Indianapolis/Marion County for violations of State law and the Indianapolis Municipal Code and will testify in a court of law on behalf of the Division of Animal Care and Control. Incumbents will also provide assistance to other branches of local law enforcement as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Ability to effectively address hostile situations involving citizens
Ability to handle all types of animals, including stray animals, animals with aggressive temperaments, and vicious animals.
Maintains daily records of each animal impounded (e.g., tags, location, description, etc.) to ensure that impounded animals are returned to rightful owner.
Patrols assigned district for animals that are in violation of Indianapolis Municipal Code and state laws.
Investigates all assigned animal related incidents/complaints and provides follow-up on reports of animal bites and attacks.
Maintains confidentiality when necessary regarding animal investigations.
Issues citations and court summons regarding violations of local or state law involving animals and provides testimony in court.
Maintains a daily activity log, including the time assignments are received and completed, records out of service time, and any individual initiated incidents that arise in the field.
Inspects pet shops, kennels, breeders, and special events for licensing and suitable conditions for animals.
Euthanizes animals and when necessary prepares a specimen for the State Board of Health for rabies testing.Provides general assistance to the public and works with individuals throughout other Division(s) and/or Department(s), including the Indianapolis Police Department, Marion County Sheriff's Department, Court and Criminal Justice System, and the Health Department.
Maintains assigned vehicle in a clean and sanitary condition and ensures proper working condition on a daily basis.
Maintains and is responsible for uniform(s), weapons, tools, and equipment supplies (bolt cutters, tranquilizer, dog/cat stick, dog/cat cage, stretcher, darts, guns, etc) while following all job site safety regulations.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Position requires employee to spend 95% of time traveling within the city. Exposure to all types of weather conditions and contact with unpredictable hazards and dangers associated with animal control (e.g., wild animals, disease-infested animals, and dangerous locations) will be encountered. May be required to work overtime, which includes weekends and holidays.

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