ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledges, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

TYPICAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patrols City for stray animals; investigates reports of animal abuse, nuisances and related code enforcement issues and takes appropriate corrective action; explains ordinances to public; issues citations for violations of state and City animal control laws and ordinances; prepares and files citations in court; appears and testifies in court; maintains and updates records and files.

Feeds and cares for animals impounded at the animal shelter; assists public with animal adoption, care and licensing; euthanizes and disposes of animals as necessary; monitors rodeos, dog shows and other special animal related events; issues citations for illegal parking, unregistered vehicles and other related violations; performs other related duties as assigned.

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, patrols streets and provides animal control and animal protection services for the City of Norco.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of Community Services or Animal Control Superintendent

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT DESIGNATION: Non-Exempt

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a general employee position in the Animal Control Division of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department. This position performs a variety of animal welfare duties.

CONTACTS AND RELATIONSHIP:

This position has the majority of its interaction with the public, and other City employees.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:

The knowledge and abilities which are required to perform the duties and responsibilities of this class are as follows:

Experience:

Two years experience working with animals.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must attend training in Animal Control, Advance Animal Control Investigation, First Aid, CPR, Large Animal Rescue, Chemical Capture, Euthanasia, and Citation/Report Writing within two years of employment date.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of a State of California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance program.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of animal control laws, rules and regulations; domestic and wild animal control and handling methods and techniques. Knowledge of public relations, education and training methods and techniques. and of City codes and ordinances.

Ability to:

Skill in handling, rescuing and caring for wild and domestic animals. Skill in developing and implementing a variety of educational programs. Skill in oral and written communications and in establishing and maintaining and maintaining effective working relationships.

Thephysicalrequirmentsdescribedherearerepresentativeofthosethatmustbemetbyemployees to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in animal shelter and outdoor environments. Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 100 pounds. May be exposed to sick, injured and dead wild and domestic animals, moving equipment and machinery, irate citizens, extreme weather, moving traffic, uneven terrain, infectious diseases and air and water borne pathogens.

EMERGENCY SERVICES:

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, in the event of a disaster, all city employees are considered disaster service workers and may be required to perform assigned emergency service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster. Employees must complete required FEMA courses within six months of employment.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Final appointments may be be subject to a selection interview with the Department Director or designee and the remaining conditional steps in the hiring process. This position requires a conditional employment offer based on the successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening.

EEO

The City of Norco is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental and physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, or military and veteran status. The City is committed to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in this recruitment, please contact Human Resources prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

BACKGROUND CHECK:

All employment offers are conditional based on the successful completion of a background investigation, physical and drug and alcohol screening at city expense and conducted by a physician designated by the city. All information on the application is subject to investigation and verification. Reference checks will be conducted by the City to include at least the: (1) verification/reference from current and past employers, (2) fingerprinting and Department of Justice criminal background check, and (3) confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and/or diploma/degrees.

DRUG SCREENING:

In accordance with the City’s drug free workplace policy, all employment offers are conditional and based on successful completion of drug test.

E-VERIFY:

The City of Norco is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.

The provisions of this bulletin does not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

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