Animal Control Officer
Mesa County, CO
Date: 2 days ago
City: Grand Junction, Colorado
Contract type: Full time
Job Summary
Responds to and investigates citizen complaints involving animals within
unincorporated Mesa County. Works proactively with team members to develop
creative solutions to resolve animal incidents appropriately.
Essential Job Functions
(The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions
of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may
be required. We reserve the right to modify or change the duties or essential
functions of this job at any time. All responsibilities may not be performed
by all incumbents.)
Responds to incidents involving animals within unincorporated Mesa County.
Initiates law enforcement activity related to animals and violations of the
Mesa County Animal Services Resolution, within unincorporated Mesa County.
Investigates animal complaints to include the collection of evidence,
interviews and timely completion of required forms and reports.
Searches records databases to identify animal owners and licensing statuses.
Determines appropriate resolutions to animal incidents to include issuing
warnings, county ordinance violations and summons.
Transports impounded animals to designated holding facility(s).
Transports injured animals to designated veterinarians for emergency care.
Works collaboratively with Animal Services Center personnel, Sheriff s
personnel and Public Health personnel.
Manages assigned cases.
Prepares affidavits and other legal documents, as required. Assists in
developing cases for prosecution and provides witness testimony.
Acts as an ambassador to the citizens of Mesa County in regards to animal
related issues.
May be involved in community messaging, related to animals. This may
include: in person presentations, press releases, social media, radio
and on camera interviews.
Oral and written communications must be clear and effective.
Works as a member of a team of professionals that fosters a safe and
positive environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the
Licenses And Certifications
knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
Valid Colorado Driver s License (Required)
Animal Welfare Association of Colorado Animal Control Officer
Certification (If not held, must be obtained within 1 year of hire)
National Animal Control Association Certification (If not held, may be
obtained after hire)
Physical Requirements And Working Environment
This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending,
twisting, and lifting up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to pursue, capture and control a wide variety of different
animals.
Work environment includes office environment, extensive driving,
walking and field work in the community in any type of weather conditions.
Requires wearing a uniform.
Noise Level Is Generally Moderate, However Can Experience Short-term,
high decibel levels.
May be exposed to communicable diseases.
Must be available for shift/weekend/holiday work and overtime.
Compensation
The wage range for this position is $26.20 - $31.94
In compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the following items can be
used as a determining factor in the starting and ongoing wage of an employee
Working In This Position
A seniority system that rewards employees based on length of employment.
A merit system that rewards employees for exceptional job performance.
Education, training, or experience to the extent that they are
reasonably related to the work in question.
Another factor related to job performance or business operations, such
as paying a shift differential to workers on less popular shifts
Benefits Package
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Paid Sick Leave & Vacation Leave
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Responds to and investigates citizen complaints involving animals within
unincorporated Mesa County. Works proactively with team members to develop
creative solutions to resolve animal incidents appropriately.
Essential Job Functions
(The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions
of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may
be required. We reserve the right to modify or change the duties or essential
functions of this job at any time. All responsibilities may not be performed
by all incumbents.)
Responds to incidents involving animals within unincorporated Mesa County.
Initiates law enforcement activity related to animals and violations of the
Mesa County Animal Services Resolution, within unincorporated Mesa County.
Investigates animal complaints to include the collection of evidence,
interviews and timely completion of required forms and reports.
Searches records databases to identify animal owners and licensing statuses.
Determines appropriate resolutions to animal incidents to include issuing
warnings, county ordinance violations and summons.
Transports impounded animals to designated holding facility(s).
Transports injured animals to designated veterinarians for emergency care.
Works collaboratively with Animal Services Center personnel, Sheriff s
personnel and Public Health personnel.
Manages assigned cases.
Prepares affidavits and other legal documents, as required. Assists in
developing cases for prosecution and provides witness testimony.
Acts as an ambassador to the citizens of Mesa County in regards to animal
related issues.
May be involved in community messaging, related to animals. This may
include: in person presentations, press releases, social media, radio
and on camera interviews.
Oral and written communications must be clear and effective.
Works as a member of a team of professionals that fosters a safe and
positive environment.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Requirements
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the
Licenses And Certifications
knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
Valid Colorado Driver s License (Required)
Animal Welfare Association of Colorado Animal Control Officer
Certification (If not held, must be obtained within 1 year of hire)
National Animal Control Association Certification (If not held, may be
obtained after hire)
Physical Requirements And Working Environment
This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending,
twisting, and lifting up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to pursue, capture and control a wide variety of different
animals.
Work environment includes office environment, extensive driving,
walking and field work in the community in any type of weather conditions.
Requires wearing a uniform.
Noise Level Is Generally Moderate, However Can Experience Short-term,
high decibel levels.
May be exposed to communicable diseases.
Must be available for shift/weekend/holiday work and overtime.
Compensation
The wage range for this position is $26.20 - $31.94
In compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the following items can be
used as a determining factor in the starting and ongoing wage of an employee
Working In This Position
A seniority system that rewards employees based on length of employment.
A merit system that rewards employees for exceptional job performance.
Education, training, or experience to the extent that they are
reasonably related to the work in question.
Another factor related to job performance or business operations, such
as paying a shift differential to workers on less popular shifts
Benefits Package
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Paid Sick Leave & Vacation Leave
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
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