Animal Services Officer II

at Pulaski County (BST 210) in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the investigation of all complaints of stray animals/disturbances, issuing of warnings and/or citations for violations of the Pulaski County Animal Control Ordinance, and apprehension and impounding of stray animals;

responsible for the investigation of suspected animal cruelty, abuse, and neglect and assistance in the enforcement of the animal cruelty law.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Receives calls from the public reporting suspected animal cruelty or abuse.

· Investigates reported animal neglect, cruelty, or abuse cases by field investigation, interviewing of owners and witnesses, and inspection of animals.

· Researches records from public agencies, property records, PAGIS mapping system, etc. to attempt to identify animal ownership as necessary.

· Completes reports summarizing conditions found and determination of abuse; discusses results with the animal owner.

· Confers with supervisor to determine if a case will be submitted to Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for prosecution.

· Explains animal cruelty law to the public; explains cases required for domestic animals and livestock.

· Performs follow-up inspections to ensure animal care instructions have been followed.

· Conducts on-site investigations concerning complaints and violations of the Pulaski County Animal Service Ordinance.

· Issues warning and/or citations to citizens for violations of the ordinance.

· Apprehends stray animals or animals who have bitten someone by using a trap or snare pole as needed; uses a tranquilizer gun, if necessary, to subdue the animal.

· Conducts quarantine impoundments and follow-up observation; relays information concerning the status of animals to bite victims and medical staff.

· Completes daily reports for each investigation made describing the location, complaint, and action taken; submits to supervisor.

· Explains the animal control ordinance, animal cruelty statute, and all applicable regulations governing the ownership and care of pets to the public.

· Picks up dead animals utilizing appropriate safety and disposal methods.

· Cleans and inspects vehicles for proper working order on a regular basis.

· Testifies in court when needed concerning animal cruelty cases, citations issued, violations of the ordinance, or other related issues as needed.

· Documents usage of tranquilizer drugs; reports documentation of usage to the provider of chemical capture drugs; maintains usage documentation records and attaches documentation to animal call response report.

· Serves as an animal care technician ensuring the welfare and proper care of animals within the shelter facility; provides food and water and any additional care required.

· Cleans kennels and surrounding work areas within the shelter in accordance with proper disease control requirements; maintains supplies and equipment in a sanitary condition.

· Assists in performing euthanasia of animals in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and animal control ordinances.