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Department: Health Dept. Pay: $19.53 per hour Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, May work more than 40 hrs p/w, including evenings & weekends, 24/7 on call rotation Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits.The Animal Control Officer protects the public from disease or injury caused by animals and protects animals from improper use, abuse, neglect, or inhumane treatment. The Animal Control Officer enforces county municipal codes, including capturing stray animals, returning animals to owners, removal of dead animals, and encouraging and educating responsible pet ownership to the residents of Sedgwick County. The Animal Control team also encounters hostile and/or emotionally charged individuals and is exposed to pests, vermin, and other hazards when responding to calls. Employee may deploy to the field as a responder or in a leadership position during public health emergencies.Perform field work as an Animal Control OfficerCapture animals that are running at large in the unincorporated areas of Sedgwick County including 2nd and 3rd class contract citiesTransport animals to the shelter for identification and admissionPrepare and maintain admission records on each animal admitted to the Wichita Animal ShelterReturn owned animals to residents when applicableContain stray livestock and determine ownershipMay seize or transport livestock to holding facility or boarding facility until ownership is determinedProvide emergency medical care to injured animalsTransport animals to veterinarian or emergency animal hospital when applicableEnforce county municipal animal codes through warnings and citations to residents found to be in violationAttend court hearings and may testify for violations of county animal codeEducate the public on county animal code ordinances and animal ownershipParticipate in 24/7 on-call rotation for animal emergenciesMaintain accurate documentation and perform program logisticsUtilize animal control software to record service calls, shelter intake, vaccination information, animal license requirements, bite investigations, resident history, and animal historyComplete accurate documentation of service calls and resident interaction communicationComplete live trap depositComplete receipt for live or deceased animal transportsMaintain animal control vehicle and equipmentComplete animal control dispatcher duties as assignedIssue warnings and citations to residents that are in violation of Sedgwick County animal code of ordinancesCustomer Service and Outreach SupportAssist internal and external customers. Provide educationIdentify customer needs, clarify information, research issues; provide information or transfer calls as neededSchedule and send reminders for job-related customer needs.Manage email inboxes and faxes; monitor and respond to requestsPrepare outreach materials and attend eventsAssist Animal Control Supervisor in administrative tasks when assignedMinimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. One year of experience in the humane and proper handling of animals or related experience. One year of experience in interacting with the public. Per Sedgwick County policy, this is a driving-level position that requires a valid US driver's license without restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance. Must complete Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) IS 100, 200, and 700 courses within 30 days of employment. Must have or complete animal and basic human first aid and human CPR and AED training within the first 6 months of employment.Preferred Qualifications: One year of direct experience working in animal control or city or county code enforcement. Associate's degree in Animal Sciences, Criminal Justice, or a related field. License, certifications, etc. National Animal Control Association or National Animal Cruelty Investigation School certification.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following link. Apply for a Job | Sedgwick County, Kansas

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