Animal Control Officer

Salary : $40,040.00 - $58,801.60 Annually Location : University Park, TX Job Type: Full-Time Regular Employee Job Number:

UP00288 Department: Police Opening Date: 09/03/2024 Summary 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. Duties 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. (S) Sedentary(L) Light(M) Medium(H) Heavy(V) Very HeavyExerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. Code Essential Functions % of Time MIdentifies 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 35 %HPerforms animal rescue duties and aides 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.35 %LEducates 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 homes15 %HPerforms related administrative duties by verifying animal billing; completing trap lending and other related services paperwork; and completing monthly reports15 % Qualifications JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Description of Minimum Job Requirements- Formal EducationWork requires knowledge of specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature that may be obtained with six-month/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, and technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certificate may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.ExperiencePrevious experience is preferred but not required

SupervisionJob has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.Human Collaboration SkillsWork may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement.

Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.Freedom to ActReceives General Direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties.

Performance is reviewed periodically.Technical SkillsWork requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents.Budget ResponsibilityJob has no budgetary responsibilities.ReadingIntermediate

• Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college.
  
  However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.MathBasic

• Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.WritingIntermediate

• Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college.
  
  However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.Certification & Other RequirementsValid driver's license; Basic Animal Control required within 1 year of employment. OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:

• Physical strength for this position is indicated below with "X"- SedentaryLightMedium X HeavyVery HeavyExerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  
  CFORNContinuouslyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNever2/3 or more of the time.From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.Up to 1/3 of the time.Less than 1 hour per week.Never occurs.Note: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation.

• Physical DemandFrequencyBrief Description- StandingOCommunicating with co-workersSittingFDesk work and driving

WalkingFAround work site and to other departments/officesLiftingFSupplies, equipment, files, and animals

CarryingOSupplies, equipment, files, and animals

Pushing/PullingR ReachingOFor supplies

HandlingFPaperworkFine DexterityFComputer keyboard, telephone pad

KneelingORetrieving items from lower shelves/ground and animals

CrouchingFRetrieving items from lower shelves/ground and animals

CrawlingRInside attics/pipes/ditchesBendingFRetrieving items from lower shelves/ground and animals

TwistingFGetting inside vehicle

ClimbingRStairs and on step stool

BalancingROn step stools

VisionCObserving work site, reading, computer screen, driving

HearingFCommunicating with co-workers and public and on telephone

TalkingFCommunicating with co-workers and public and on telephone

Foot ControlsFDrivingOther (specified if applicable)N Supplemental Information 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: CFORNContinuouslyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNever

• Health and Safety Factors- Mechanical HazardsNChemical HazardsRElectrical HazardsRFire HazardsNExplosivesNCommunicable DiseasesRPhysical Danger or AbuseFOther (see 1 below)N(1) N/A DWMSNDailySeveralSeveralSeasonallyNever Times PerTimes Per WeekMonth

• Environmental Factors- Respiratory HazardsDExtreme TemperaturesSNoise and VibrationNWetness/HumiditySPhysical HazardsD PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: Gloves, goggles, and rain coat.
  
  NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS: FORNFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNeverFrom 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Up to 1/3 of the time

Less than 1 hour per week

Never occurs

• Description of Non-Physical DemandsFrequency- Time PressureREmergency SituationOFrequent Change of TasksRIrregular Work Schedule/OvertimeRPerforming Multiple Tasks SimultaneouslyRWorking Closely with Others as Part of a TeamRTedious or Exacting WorkRNoisy/Distracting EnvironmentROther (see 2 below)N(2) N/A PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: Office Environment Vehicle Warehouse OutdoorsXShop Other Recreation/Neighborhood Center Eligible University Park employee benefits include, but are not limited to: Medical, dental and vision insurance Life, AD&D and Long-term Disability insurance Flexible spending and dependent care accounts Retirement benefits 457 Deferred Compensation accounts Accrued paid vacation and sick leave time Paid holidays Employee tuition reimbursement Higher education learning partnerships for employees and their dependents Travel assistance Free employee assistance program Identity theft protection services