Animal Control Officer

City of Lowell

Job Posting

Animal Control Officer

Police Department

Job Title: Animal Control Officer (1300-21, J#6380, 3749)

Department: Police Dept.

Reports To: Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, Traffic Division Sergeant, other designated personnel.

Union: MVEA – Unit C

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary: $28.6454 (min) to $31.6343 (max) per hour; 40 hours per week

Hours: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Enforces the municipal ordinance requiring restraint of dogs;

Kills or causes to be killed any dog or other animal that is injured, maimed, diseased or poses a health threat to the public;

Makes and refers complaints against owners of dogs not properly licensed, collared and restrained;

Picks up unleashed and stray dogs;

Collects the bodies of small animals found dead within the municipality and disposes of them;

Handles all matters and complaints pertaining to dogs and other animals;

Keeps records of the number of animals killed, restrained, their owners, number of complaints and other

information required by law.

Completes incident reports as needed and required.

Operates department issued vehicles.

Animal Control Officer is required to be “on call” for emergency situations. The nature of what is determined to be an emergency is made by the commanding officer requesting a call out on public safety guided by department policy. Working hours may be irregular.

Removes animals, when necessary, from premises of their respective owners and secures animals at a shelter pending further actions.

Coordinates with local shelters and veterinarians as needed to ensure proper billing is made.

Performs related duties as required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Applicant must be dependable, reliable and able to be on call when necessary.

Good driving record.

Ability to follow oral and written instruction.

Ability to perform heavy lifting.

Knowledge of the hazards associated with restraining dogs and small animals.

Ability to read, interpret and apply section 137 and 175 of chapter 140 of M.G.L..

Ability to check and verify information.

Ability to keep accurate information.

Ability to compute fees, charges, etc..

Valid and current driver's license required.

Proof of up-to-date tetanus shot and other crucial vaccinations required.

Must be licensed to carry a sidearm and qualify through police to carry on the job. Must be willing and able

to address neighborhood and group meetings, organize functions such as rabies clinics, school gatherings,

and supply the public with information on rabies and other dangers to the community and children.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in the above duties is preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and

procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before

groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages,

area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

LICENSE Current and valid Driver's License and license to carry a firearm.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Ability to remain calm under critical situations. Ability to work unscheduled overtime and emergencies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen and CORI, post offer.

Qualified individuals should apply by the deadline by submitting application/resume with cover letter using the City of Lowell job opportunities online portal:

https://cityoflowellma.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

The City is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion through equitable opportunities for all community members. The aim is for our workforce, including contractors, to be truly representative of all sections of society and our community, and for each team member to feel respected while fostering belonging.

"The City of Lowell assures that every individual shall have equal access to all City employment opportunities. The City is all-inclusive and no person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military service, or physical/mental disability."

EOE/AA/504 Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.64 - $31.63 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Lowell, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person