City of Euclid Employment

 

 City of Euclid


Job Posting


Job Title: Lead Animal Control Officer

Department: Police

Status: A. Classified B. Nonexempt - FLSA


Job Summary: Responsible for enforcing the provisions of the laws of Ohio and the ordinances of the City relative to the licensing of dogs, the impounding and destruction of unlicensed dogs, and dogs running at large and other animal offenses. Works under the immediate direction of the Animal Control Supervisor.


Job Duties:

  • Capture and impound unlicensed, stray and uncontrolled animals.
  • Cage or secure animals and deliver to shelter.
  • Supply food, water and personal care to detained animals.
  • Clean, medicate, vaccinate animals in need of such services.
  • Issue warnings or summonses to delinquent dog owners.
  • Assist in euthanasia and disposal of animals.
  • Investigate animal-related complaints.
  • Train new personnel and volunteers in the operations of the Animal Shelter.
  • Direct all operations when the Supervisor is not available.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

(The description above represents the most significant duties of this position but does not exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned.)


Work Environment: Medium work (exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally). Indoor/outdoor. Subject to hazards: ambient noise level, animal bites. Atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases; occasional exposure to below 32-degree F temperatures, noise. Physical activity: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and fingers.


Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent. Five (5) years’ experience in the field of animal control or equivalent. Certification by National Animal Control Association Academy required. Ability to express and exchange ideas and instructions accurately and clearly. Valid driver's license.


Pay Rate: $23.43/hour Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm


 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT POLICY

 

It is the policy of the City of Euclid to seek and employ the best-qualified individuals for all positions, to  provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees, including upgrading, promotion and training: and to administer these activities in a manner that will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation or gender expression, genetic information, military status or veteran status. This application will be kept on file at the City of Euclid for one year. 

 

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