Animal Control Officer

About This Role

Enforce animal control ordinances and manage the animal shelter for the City of Broken Arrow. This role involves responding to various animal-related calls, investigating cruelty reports, assisting the public, and maintaining the shelter.

Responsibilities

• Responds to animal bite reports; records victim information; transports animal to shelter
• Responds to wild or stray animal reports; captures and transports animals to shelter
• Responds to complaints and questions from the general public
• Assists citizens with setting traps for wild animals; transfers animals from traps to carriers
• Euthanizes animals
• Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment
• Assists Police Officer on calls involving animals
• Patrols the city; captures stray animals for transport to shelter
• Investigates reports of animal cruelty; issues citations and removes animals as appropriate
• Investigates barking dog complaints
• Assists the public in the adoption of animals; assists owners in locating pets at shelter
• Verifies sick animals see the Veterinarian and administers medications prescribed
• Administer vaccinations to new intake animals
• Collects shelter donations
• Cleans and maintains the animal shelter
• Quarantines animals as necessary
• Feeds and waters animals
• Responds to after-hours calls

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• One to two years of related experience
• Valid Driver's License issued by the State of Oklahoma

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-2 years of related experience

Nice to Have

• National Animal Control Association Certification
• Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Certification

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