animal control officer
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Part time Animal Control Officer (ACO)
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September 20, 2024
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Employer details
Northumberland Humane Society
Job details
*Northumberland Humane Society is seeking a Part time Animal Control Officer*
_*Part time contract ? 19 hrs. per week *_
The Animal Services Officer is responsible for responding to requests for animal services; enforcing municipal and provincial legislation within the County of Northumberland; providing detailed reports; and resolving matters primarily through education and negotiation and subsequent enforcement. The Animal Services Officer will be required to provide exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, high call-volume environment under diverse and sometimes challenging circumstances and always represent the Northumberland Humane Society in a professional manner, through demonstrating a positive attitude, fostering good community relations, and supporting the overall mission and values of the Humane Society
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS *
* Interact with clients, community members, staff, and volunteers with diplomacy and professionalism
* Conduct local patrols and investigations, resolving by-law matters through negotiation, education and enforcement, to ensure compliance with municipal and provincial legislation pertaining to the municipalities within Northumbe3rland County, and in accordance with the Provincial Offences Act
* Advise the public on animal services by-laws
* Conduct proactive enforcement, including patrols of city parks, trails, and general public spaces
* Safely and humanely handle fractious and/or injured animals, including cats, dogs, small animals, and wildlife
* Work effectively and cordially with stakeholders and partners, including provincial inspectors, licensed wildlife rehabilitators, municipal by-law officers, emergency responders, and local community service agencies
* Attend court appearances and give evidence on behalf of the municipality regarding animal services matters
* Promote, enforce, and sell each municipality?s dog licences
* Record, monitor, and regularly update lost and found animal reports
* Maintain detailed daily records of activities, adhering to NHS policies and procedures
* Assist with compilation of monthly statistics of animal services activities for the department
* Work with other staff and volunteers to achieve a clean and organized facility, with strict adherence to infection control protocols
* Follow NHS policies and protocols for handling dangerous and/or infectious animals
* Participate in outreach activities within the community to provide education and public relations
* Maintain a high level of communication with all other staff and volunteers
* Treat other staff, volunteers, and members of the public with courtesy and respect
* Immediately report all incidents of injury, property damage, absence of or failure of a protective device and/or equipment
*QUALIFICATIONS*
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
* Post-secondary education in a related discipline (e.g. Animal Sciences, Animal Care, Law & Security)
* Related experience in animal care and/or law enforcement is an asset.
* Valid Ontario Driver?s License (full Class G) with clean Driver?s Abstract; Clear Police Clearance Certificate
* Knowledge of Northumberland County would be an asset
* Knowledge of relevant court procedures, regulations, and legislation pertaining to animals (Municipal bylaws, Dog Owners Liability Act, etc.)
* Protective rabies titre an asset (or willingness to receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations to obtain protective titre)
* Excellent oral and written communication skills utilized across all mediums, including phone, email, and face-to-face interactions
* Strong time management skills; ability to meet deadlines, re-prioritize competing demands, work with frequent interruptions
* Excellent organizational skills; Demonstrated critical thinking, discretion, tact, and diplomacy
* Knowledge of domestic animal breeds and wildlife (native and non-native species), including demonstrated understanding of proper care, handling, and husbandry
* Ability to maint
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LocationCobourg, ON
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$19.00HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Part time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
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