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CITY OF ST GEORGE Animal Services Officer I in ST GEORGE, Utah
Under direction of the Animal Control Supervisor, enforces City of St. George ordinances regarding control
of animals by apprehending stray, diseased, unlicensed, or annoying dogs, cats, or other animals. Routine
ordinance enforcement work involving extensive public contact.
Essential Functions (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may
include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only
and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
- Operates department vehicles; patrols general and assigned areas; and picks up and/or impounds
vicious, injured, dead, problem, and stray animals from public and private property.
- Contacts owners of animals and informs them of their responsibilities. Collects fees and issues licenses
if necessary.
Handles collection of dead animals in the City.
Responds to complaints; determines presence of violations; gives warnings, issues citations, and
informs violators, etc. of codes; my testify in court; types and submits reports; maintains records; issues
licenses; and receives and receipts monies.
Insures all complaints are given thorough attention and detects and monitors problem areas.
Issues citations to animal owners in accordance with City ordinances and regulations.
Maintains City shelter in clean condition, furnishes water and food for animals, and maintains grounds
and surrounding area.
Provides for disposition of animals by return to owner, sale, or release to animal services organizations.
Properly administers tranquilizers to animals for live capture.
Investigates animal bite complaints of suspected rabies.
Responsible for the packaging and shipment of animal parts to the medical lab for testing of rabies and
other diseases as required.
Responsible for proper care and maintenance of vehicles.
Assists in public education for animal control problems and laws.
Performs other related duties as required.
Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working Conditions
Primarily works outdoors in all kinds of weather and conditions. Must be able to tolerate extreme heat.
Moderately heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull, or lift medium weights (50 - 100 pounds).
Moderate exposure to disagreeable elements such as strong odors, animal carcasses, animal feces, cold, heat,
dampness, fumes, noise, dust, and grease. Exposure to health and occupational hazards. Intermittent
exposure to stressful situations as a result of dealing with the public and/or unfriendly animals. Must be able
to work a schedule that will include some Saturdays and Sundays.
Note: All applicants are subject to a police records check.