Job Information
CITY OF LUBBOCK Shelter Operations Officer - Animal Services in Lubbock, Texas
Summary
Under general supervision, the Animal Control Officer maintains shelter operations through exceptional service and care of the onsite pet population and customers.
Essential Functions
- Assists with providing necessary food, water and shelter for impounded animals;
- Responsible for proper cleaning and disinfection of assigned areas on a daily basis;
- Participate in animal enrichment through playgroups and/or daily handling;
- Take part in the intake of multiple animals per day, including vaccinating and deworming;
- Report observed health or behavior issues to the veterinarian and management team;
- Provide information to the public about LAS programs and promote good animal care and responsible pet ownership;
- Advise potential adopters of LAS adoption benefits, policies and procedures;
- Protect all confidential information, including customers, donors, animals and internal communications;
- Represent Lubbock Animal Services by providing excellent customer service and focus;
- Provide medical care to sick and/or injured animals per the veterinarians recommendations;
- Euthanize sick, injured, dangerous, or stray animals as necessary and properly dispose of said animal;
- Quarantine animals suspected of biting for rabies observation or prepare specimens for submission of rabies testing;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one year of experience in a public contact position; or any combination of relevant education and experience.
- Must obtain a certification as a Basic Animal Control Officer through the Texas Department of State Health Services within the timeframe by the department.
- Must obtain a certification as a Certified Euthanasia Technician recognized by the Texas Department of State Health Services within the timeframe set by the department.
Valid Current Driver's License
Physical Exam Required
Work Schedule: Monday-Sunday; rotating 40-hour work week; 8-hour shifts between 7am-7pm; Must be flexible, as we are an essential city department Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Various breeds of dogs, cats, and other domestic and wild animals;
- Animal behavior and diseases;
- Basic methods of animal collection;
- Law enforcement principles and procedures.
Ability to:
- Learn, interpret, and understand laws and regulations governing the humane treatment of animals;
- Learn and develop skills in the humane treatment of animals;
- Ability to work well with others and have a good/pleasant attitude;
- Regular and timely attendance;
- Ability to remain objective in difficult and stressful situations;
- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
- Perform duties with a significant degree of independence within established guidelines and procedures;
- Exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions;
- Follow verbal and written instructions;
- Learn specialized software;
- Utilize computer skills and keyboarding skills;
- Prepare and maintain accurate records;
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;
- Frequently stand and walk during the shift;
- Push and pull objects in order to place animals into a cage;
- Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees to pick up animals;
- Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right and left while sitting or standing;
- Place arms above, at, and below shoulder height;
- Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.
Licenses/Certifications
Valid Current Driver's License
Application must be submitted online atwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock.Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visitwww.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.