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Form of workESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Lifts and carries equipment
Assists in the explanation of procedures, laws, codes, and ordinances, and provides information to the public
Trains with and assists Animal Control in duties
Assists in the capture and impoundment of animalsUNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION
Inspects motor vehicle and cleans equipment to ensure its safe operation, and replenishes necessary supplies, fuel and fluids
Cleans and disinfects kennel cages, pens, and transport units using water hose, floor brush and chemicals
Assists and trains in entering information and codes into the computer, retrieves information, generates routine daily reports, and corrects computer data entry mistakes which are discovered
Assists in the transportation of personnel and equipment
Trains to receive and transmit codes, messages and information by two-way radio
Trains on the operation of a motor vehicle to patrol and assigned geographic area of the county
Trains and assists in the investigation of complaints from the public concerning unrestrained, unlicensed, uncontrolled, abandoned, dangerous, nuisance, injured, or sick animals and collects evidence and other pertinent information
Trains and assists in the preparation and issuance of uniform citations, violation notices, warnings, quarantines, and search warrants
Trains and assists in the capturing and impoundment of animals with a net, rope, trap, food, other equipment, or other technique or method
Trains and assists in the communication and explanations to pet owners on the Animal Control operations, procedures, laws, fees and services, traps, pet owner responsibilities, and general care of animals
Refers the public to other governmental agencies for services and assistance
Trains and assists with the verification of licenses to ensure that animals and business establishments are correctly licensed and inspects residential properties before animals are approved for adoption
Trains and assists in the securing of small animals in air kennel on mobile unit or large animals in livestock trailers and transports them to the center facility
Trains and assists in preparing investigative and other reports and compiles evidence should legal action be taken and testifies in court
Trains and assists in performing euthanasia by injection under the direction of a licensed veterinarian
Trains and assists in administering vaccinations and de-wormer of animals on intake as needed
Performs related workHigh school diploma or the equivalent
WORK EXPERIENCE
One year of animal care, customer service, or animal handling experience
EQUIVALENCY
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must be a US Citizen
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must not have been convicted of a felony
Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis
Must be on 24 hour call
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must possess EBI (euthanasia by injection) certification issued by the Kentucky Board of Veterinary Examiners or obtain within one year of employment
Must complete KACCA (Kentucky Animal Care and Control Association) training within two years of employment
Successful completion of an in-house training program and field evaluation within 10 months of employment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting
Spends prolonged periods of time exposed to the elementsEmployment Type: Regular Full-Time
