Job Description
Salary : $37,438.05 - $45,379.45 Annually
Location : 201 Holly Leaf Trail Forney, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202100149
Department: Police
Division: Animal Control
Opening Date: 10/02/2024
Description Under general supervision, performs a wide range of field and office duties in support of the care and control of domestic and non-domestic animals, care and maintenance of animals within the animal shelter, other public inspections; and performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties The following duties
ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Enforces City animal control laws and regulations, issues citations for animal-related violations, interacts with the public and explains City ordinances related to the care of animals; conducts patrols in assigned areas, responds to calls for assistance or service, removes and disposes of deceased animals.
- Assists in conducting educational programs and training for public and coordinates with other agencies to provide assistance, care, and management of animals and protected species.
- Performs all other aspects of assignment including, chemical immobilization, capture, and transport of animals; humanely euthanizes animals as required, maintains logs and records of substances, investigates reports of animal bites and quarantines animals as necessary; investigates reports of animal cruelty, performs seizure or trapping of animals as necessary, completes and submits all required reports.
- Conducts field investigations of potential violations; gathers evidence; interviews witnesses; compares facts to code requirements; makes findings and issues warnings, correction notices, or citations.
- Maintains a variety of logs and records related to inspection and enforcement activities; maintains assigned vehicle and equipment; maintains shelter supplies.
- Provide care for animals in the Shelter including feeding, cleaning, and monitoring animal behavior. Monitor conditions of animals and implement precautionary measures to prevent disease transmission. Clean and disinfect pens, floors, and related areas in accordance with established practices.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: - Schedule varies Sunday-Saturday any time between 7am-6pm.
- 40 hours work week, 10 hours per day (days and times to be determined at a later date)
- On call duty as needed.
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Minimum Qualifications - Possess a valid driver's license.
- High school graduation or equivalent
- One (1) year of experience in animal care, animal control, or related fields
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Special Requirements: - Texas DSHS Animal Control Officer Certification
- Texas DSHS Euthanasia Certification.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITSMedical Insurance
The city is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans through United Healthcare:
- $6,000 Deductible HSA Plan (up to a $3,000 HRA reimbursement + HSA City Contributions)
- $2,500 Deductible EPO Plan
Employee health coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.
Dental Insurance
The city offers a dental plan through United Healthcare Dental:
Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.
Life Insurance
Basic group life insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year.
Voluntary products are also available to full-time employees and include supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, cancer insurance, and critical care.
Other City Paid Plans
- Teladoc -All full-time employees have access to TELADOC
- Short Term Disability - Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.
- Long Term Disability - Provided to all full-time employees at no cost through NY Life.
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System. TMRS is a qualified tax deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the city provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.
Additional Group Benefits
Other benefits are:
- Deferred Compensation plan
- Direct deposit
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Personal leave
- Sick leave
- Social Security
- Health Savings Account
- Employee Assistance Program
01
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than high school
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
02
Do you have a valid driver's license?
03
Please list your driver's license number. (If you do not have a drivers license please enter NA)
04
Are you generally comfortable around dogs and cats?
05
How many years of experience do you have in a position involving a high level of public contact and experience in the care and treatment of with animals?
- No experience
- Less than 6 months
- At least 6 months but less than 1 year
- At least 1 year but less than 2 years
- At least 2 years but less than 3 years
- 3 or more years
06
Do you have a State of Texas Animal Control Officer Certification?
07
Do you have experience operating and maintaining a variety of animal services tools and equipment including humane traps, mobile radios, and related animal services tools and equipment; keep equipment and vehicle in clean and healthful condition to accept impounded animals.
08
Animal Control Officers are uniformed and work different schedules. In some cases, they may be required to work overtime, on weekends and holidays. Will this pose a problem for you?
Required Question City of Forney, TX
Job Tags
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