Part Time - Animal Control

Job Summary

Under general supervision, assists with enforcement of animal control laws, leash laws and regulations relating to animal control in the Town; assists with operations of the animal control shelter; performs related work as required.

Essential Duties

(Any one position may not include all of the tasks listed, nor do the examples necessarily include all of the tasks performed.)

• Patrols the Town of Cornelius and enforces State and Town animal ordinances,
• Picks up stray animals as required, and transports animals to the Shelter.
• Responds to calls for service and assists with maintaining animal control reports. 
• Investigates reports of animal bites and enforces laws requiring quarantine for observation.
• Transports sick animals to the veterinarian and performs welfare checks to confirm animals are treated in a humane manner.
• Issues citations for violations of animal control ordinances including leash laws, noise ordinances, cruelty, failure to provide rabies vaccination, etc.
• Operates animal control vehicle(s) and animal handling equipment.
• Provides information to the public regarding ordinances and regulations. 
• Assists with keeping the Animal Shelter open to the public for adoptions and works closely with volunteers at the Animal Shelter.
• Maintains animal control standby duties. Performs other duties as required. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in specific tasks and duties as required by the assigned department.
• Good organization skills and Ability to multitask.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Education and Experience

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Some experience in the care and handling of animals; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Hours

Approximately 20 hours per week.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work with animals involves some degree of risk to personal safety. Work involves inside and outside work with exposure to bad weather at times. 

Special Note

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.