Job Information
City of Ames Animal Control Officer in Ames, Iowa
Animal Control Officer, PT (less than 20 hrs)
SALARY
$22.65 - $30.44 Hourly
LOCATION
50010, IA
JOB TYPE
Less than 20 hours/week
JOB NUMBER
24-2311-01
DEPARTMENT
Police
OPENING DATE
06/26/2024
CLOSING DATE
7/10/2024 12:00 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT
PPME
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT?
No
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
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The City of Ames is in looking to fill an opening for a part time Animal Control Officer position with the Animal Control division of the Police Department. Under general supervision of the Animal Control Supervisor, this position performs duties related to the enforcement of city and state animal control ordinances and regulations, while also performing other related work as required.
This position is part-time (15-19 hours per week) with rotating weekly schedule as follows:
Week One Friday - 2pm to 8pm Saturday and Sunday - 8am to 5pm
Week Two Wednesday, Thursday and Friday - 2pm to 8pm
This schedule is subject to change as coverage is needed due to influx of animal intake and staffing limitations.
Compensation Philosophy: The City of Ames has a compensation philosophy that the starting pay for our merit salary ranges establishes the salary for employees who meet minimum requirements of a position. The median of any merit salary range is for an employee who can reasonably meet all expectations of the position responsibilities without initial extensive training. In order for employees to have an opportunity to grow within their position, we may consider a candidate's education, experience, and skills above the minimum requirements when looking at a salary closer to or slightly above the median. The median for this position is $26.5455/hour.
This position is not benefit eligible.
In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must submit their online application by the deadline listed on this posting. Your application includes complete responses to the supplemental questions. Please keep in mind that submission of a resume in lieu of work history on your application or answering the supplemental questions is not sufficient.
Applications submitted for this position by the application deadline may be considered for other openings in this classification for up to 6 months.
Provides quality animal control services to the community, demonstrates excellent customer service, communication and problem solving skills; responds to citizens' calls for assistance with domestic, exotic and wild animals that are lost, found, creating a nuisance or being treated cruelly; mediates between complainants and owners; provides assistance to animals reported as sick or injured; removes animals from places which are difficult to access such as in trees, under houses, on roofs, etc.; provides education to citizens and owners on the humane and responsible care and treatment of animals; files charges and testifies in court in cases of violation of state or local ordinances; maintains records, enters data into a database, searches records for information, generates reports, completes workday activity reports and disposition of animals picked up; performs follow-up investigations as needed. Sanitizes all animal housing areas; vaccinates, deworms and medicates animals as instructed; euthanizes animals; assists in "Lost and Found" activities; provides assistance to, and maintains a good working relati nship with volunteers; maintains supply inventory; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
Other Job Functions:Patrols streets to promote safety by reduction of stray animals and noise complaints; locates animals reported to have bitten humans or other animals; tranquilizes animals; retrieves deceased animals; administers medication to animals; opens and closes Animal Shelter as needed; maintains records on other shelter activities; assist in adoptions and performs customer service duties with the public at the shelter.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; committing to diversity, equity and inclusion; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respecting one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Education and Experience: Required: High School diploma, HiSet, or GED. At least six months of experience in caring for animals in an animal care facility.
Preferred: Currently enrolled in Animal Science, Animal Ecology, Criminal Justice, or related field of study or completion of at least one of these degrees. Work experience in animal control or animal shelter facilities. While volunteer experience may be considered, paid regular work experience is preferred. Trained/certified to perform, or experience performing, euthanasia by injection on domestic and wild animals.
Licenses and Certificates:Possession of a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving history.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the various species of common animals; knowledge of the characteristics of animal behavior; knowledge of humane animal handling, treatment and care of animals; some knowledge of the principles and methods of medicating and humanely euthanizing animals.
Knowledge of work-related safety standards and procedures and the ability to interpret and follow those standards and procedures.
Skill in the safe operation of a City vehicle; skill in the safe transportation of animals.
Skill in assessing situations to offer and provide best assistance. Skill to provide calm interactions with animals in stressful situations. Skill in offering support and taking appropriate action in a team environment.
Ability to exercise discretion and good judgement in providing efficient, responsive, and excellent animal care services; ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and making sound decisions.
Ability to handle animals humanely and effectively under stressful situations; handle aggressive, sick or injured animals and recognize normal and abnormal behavior and signs of disease or illness in animals.
Ability to effectively communicate and work with a wide variety of people, personalities and emotions; ability to establish and maintain effective w