Assistant Animal Control Officer (Re-Issued 3/27/2024)

Job posting will remain open until an adequate amount of applications have been received, at that point it will be re-issued with a closing date. Vacancy is in the Animal Control Division of the Hartford Police Department. Under general supervision of the Chief of Police performs moderately difficult work in impounding and caring for unlicensed, roaming, injured, mistreated, diseased, vicious or dangerous dogs or other animals. Maintains records of all activities, complaints, arrests and daily functions including redemption and sale of dogs and receipts. Transports impounded animals to the pound or Humane Society. Responsible for the proper care and control over the pound and the impounded dogs. Prepares quarantine notices and forwards them to the State and owners of diseased dogs. Answers all complaints and enforces the State Statutes and City Ordinances regarding animals. Conducts surveys of dogs in the city; prepares reports of unlicensed dogs and forwards them to the Town Clerk's Office; notifies owners of unlicensed dogs of license requirements. Tries to find homes for suitable unclaimed dogs. Transports animal remains to Health Department for autopsy. Investigates complaints of stolen dogs. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties. This is a Hartford Police Union position. The hours of this position are 40 per week.

The examination will consist of rating your training and experience as contained on your application and may include a written test, an oral test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including ratings and tests, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure: Knowledge of humane procedure of animal collection, care and disposal; Knowledge of the State Statutes, City Ordinances and all other regulations regarding animals; Knowledge of the geography of the City of Hartford; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public; Ability to keep records and prepare reports.

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:
Graduation from a standard high or vocational school and two (2) years experience in caring for animals including some experience in animal protection work.

HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED.Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and an in-depth background check, including criminal. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process are subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.
NOTE: ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR VIA EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION.
IN ADDITION TO CHECKING YOUR EMAIL INBOX FOR RECRUITMENT CORRESPONDENCE, PLEASE ALSO CHECK YOUR JUNK AND SPAM FOLDERS.
Veteran's Preference:Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.