This posting will close at 5:00PM on the close date.

An Individual whose qualifications exceed the minimum qualifications for the job may be hired above the minimum of the range based on full years of related work experience as presented on the application.

Under supervision of the assigned supervisor is responsible for care, custody, and control of live evidence from point of seizure through court disposition.  Responsible for providing safe, clean, healthy environment for all animals at all times.  Maintains evidence logs and other animal maintenance records following established procedures.  May be required to testify in court concerning live evidence. Work schedule may include weekends and holidays.  Cash handling responsibilities.

1. Responsible for thorough cleaning of all animal areas, including inside and outside runs, flooring, dishes, bedding and for proper disposal of waste and other trash around the kennel areas.
2. Responsible for feeding and watering of all animals, providing special diets as directed.
3. Picks up and restocks supplies and food as needed following established procedures.
4. Performs medical treatments as directed by veterinarian, and walking of the animals on leashes following established schedules.
5. Identifies potential medical issues and brings to the immediate attention of the supervisor.
6. Weighs animals, conducts visual examination and documents each on daily maintenance log.
7. Must drive a County vehicle to transport animals and conduct errands in support of court hold facility.

Maintains care and treatment logs and completes required paperwork documenting chain of custody of animals through to release and disposition

Evidence handling:

1. Must be able to keep an accurate accounting of animals impounded using a departmental evidence form.
2. Maintain records showing the final disposition of all animals seized as evidence.
3.  Must be able to maintain an accurate chain of custody on all evidence submitted and show that any adjudicated cases are closed in a timely manner.

Collects fees in accordance with established fee schedule, provides receipts and delivers funds to supervisor for depositing.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES.

1. Follows up with veterinarian medical reports, responsible for chain of custody and transportation of animals impounded or seized as evidence in alleged cases.      
2. Represents the County in court proceedings related to animal cruelty cases as needed.
3. Clears weeds and other debris as needed to keep areas safe and neat.
4. Performs and/or assists with animal rescues in disaster situations, such as flooding, fire, or other natural disasters as directed.
5. Communicates with ACO, veterinary staff, and public as needed regarding animals.
6. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education. High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Education/Experience substitution. In accordance with County Policy.

Experience.  A minimum of six (6) months experience in the care and handling of animals.  Good working knowledge of computer word processing, filing procedures, and recordkeeping. Prior experience working at a shelter or veterinary office is highly preferred.  Knowledge of report writing and court demeanor and protocol preferred.

Licenses/Certifications.  Valid Class D driver’s license is required.  Must maintain an   acceptable driving record.

Other (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.).  Background Check, credit, and driver’s license check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

Knowledge of:

• Computers utilizing appropriate software, telephone, fax machine, calculator at an intermediate level.
• Report writing and court demeanor and protocol preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of animal handling procedures.
• Humane animal handling, care and treatment of animals.
• Behavioral and health characteristics of animals.

Skilled in:

• Correctly and humanely applying a variety of animal handling techniques to restrain vicious animals.
• Safely using a variety of tools to clean areas, including hand tools.
• Verbal communication required for interacting with public and staff, which must be conducted in a courteous and respectful manner at all times.
• Technical level reading, writing, and mathematical calculation skills for case production.
• Two-way radio operations.

Ability to:

• Make sound decisions in accordance with existing law, regulations and policies.
• Accurately and legibly post updates to maintenance log and other written reports.
• Handle sensitive and confidential matters and situations.
• Interpret information accurately and make decisions from a variety of sources accurately.
• Comprehend and make inferences from material written in the English language.
• Organize and coordinate tasks according to established guidelines.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Handle difficult situations using professionalism and tact
• Accurately interpret and Implement animal control regulations, County ordinances and policies and department standard operating procedures