Animal Control Officer - SUMMARY OF PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION: Enforces ordinances and statuses relating to the control of animals for the Animal Control Department; responds to reports of vicious animals and animal cruelty; captures, impounds, feeds, cleans, and disposes of animals as needed. The bulk of the work is performed in the field, driving a department vehicle, and responding to reported violations or areas of need. REQUIREMENTS: Must have a valid Louisiana Driver’s License and driving record acceptable to Parish’s Risk Manager. Must obtain Level I Animal Control Officer certificate from LACA within one (1) year of employment; Level II Animal Control Officer certificate by the end of second year of employment. OTHER: Must be able to respond to emergency assistance calls and arrive at identified scenes within 45 minutes of call during evenings and on weekends and be comfortable with and participate in the euthanization of animals. PAY CLASSIFICATION: Grade 4. STARTING PAY RANGE: $14.87/hour - $17.07/hour DOE.
Apply at:
www.sjbparish.gov
by March 21, 2024
Only applications meeting the minimum qualifications will be acknowledged.
Attractive benefits package, including up to 85% employer-paid premiums for health and 100% dental, and life insurance.
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ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH is a drug-free workplace.