Description
The Fremont Police Department - Animal Services Division is recruiting for the position of Veterinary Technician.
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About The Fremont Police Department
Fremont Police Department is the law enforcement agency for the City of Fremont, California. The Fremont Police Department was first established under the direction of Chief Richard E. Condon on July 1, 1958. At that time, it was staffed by one Lieutenant, three Sergeants, two investigators, one juvenile officer, 17 patrol officers, a secretary, and a clerk. By the end of 1958, there were a total of 25 officers serving a population of 29,000 people in the City of Fremont. In 1966, Fremont PD grew to 82 officers, serving a population of 88,000. The department continues to grow as demand for services increased. Today, Fremont Police Department is one of the most reputable police agencies in the State, serving the 4th largest city in the Bay Area.
The Animal Shelter is part of the Fremont Police Department, and is responsible for protecting lost and injured animals as well as protecting the public from animal-carried diseases.
The Position
The Veterinary Technician will assist in the care of animal patients at the City’s animal shelter. Additional key responsibilities include use of medical care equipment, as well as moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife. The Veterinary Technician reports to the Shelter Veterinarian and is responsible for Fear Free treatment of all animals in the care of the Tri-City Animal Shelter. This is an excellent leadership opportunity to provide high quality care for animal patients.
The Ideal Candidate
The Fremont Police Department Animal Services Division is seeking a motivated candidate with experience working in a veterinary or shelter environment and ensuring all animals physical and emotional wellbeing using Fear Free techniques. The ideal candidate should have proficient computer abilities, be proactive in task initiation and completion, and excel in working independently. Furthermore, they should have a proven track record of delivering outstanding customer service and possess knowledge of infectious diseases within both shelter and community environments. Moreover, the candidate should possess expertise in delivering Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return services for community cats.
First Review Of Applications
The first review of applications is
April 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM (PT). Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume must be submitted with the completed online application. Applications submitted without a resume may not be considered. Only online applications will be accepted.
To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.
Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. Please review your settings in government jobs to ensure that you receive all updates regarding your status in the recruitment.
Selection Process
The selection process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. 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.
Tentative Timeline
Oral Board: Week of May 5, 2025
The City of Fremont reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
Reasonable Accommodation
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov.
Contact Us
For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
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Veterinary Technician - Class Specification
Under general direction, provides paraprofessional medical care and treatment to animals; assists a veterinarian with medical and surgical pre-operative and post-operative procedures; monitors general health of animal population at the shelter; administers medication, emergency treatment, first aid, and follow up care; provides lead supervision to animal services staff and volunteers; performs related duties as required.
Class Characteristics
This is an advanced journey level classification reporting to the Animal Services Manager in the Animal Services Section of the Police Department. Assignments, objectives, and work methods are established by policy and procedure and incumbents assume responsibility for accomplishing work within those parameters. Work review is not continual but is conducted periodically; checks are integrated into work processes. The incumbent of this classification will work in the animal shelter office and the shelter’s animal care area. Assigned duties require extensive use of the medical care equipment; moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife.
Essential Functions
Job Responsibilities:
The Veterinary Technician will perform basic physical examination of animals on intake; understand infectious disease; communicate effectively with colleagues and the public; perform functions required for pre- and post-surgical care including inducing anesthesia; maintain all necessary controlled substance drug logs and patient records.
Example of Job Duties
- Evaluate animals for gender, medical conditions, age, dental condition, temperament, and breed.
- Record and maintain health and temperament information on all animals for adoption.
- Recommend animals not meeting adoption criteria for euthanasia.
- Conduct pre-adoption health evaluations for dogs, cats, and other species.
- Inoculate animals, as required with vaccines and administer medications as prescribed by a veterinarian for the treatment and prevention of animal illnesses.
- Provide paraprofessional medical care and treatment under the direction of veterinarians.
- Assist veterinarians with medical and surgical spay/neuter and other procedures.
- Conducts animal euthanasia by syringe injection or other approved method under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Maintain inventory of all pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Maintain accurate and thorough records of all surgeries, drugs administered, and other information according to all mandated federal, state, local, and professional standards and procedures.
- Assist customers and coworkers with information on the condition of the animals evaluated.
- Provide technical and functional lead supervision and training to animal services staff and volunteers.
- Support any field staff as assigned.
- Actively participate in the resolution of problems encountered on a shelter-wide basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: medical care for animals including medical protocols and vaccine procedures; principles of lead supervision; written and oral communication techniques; public relations; conflict resolution techniques; common animal types and their normal characteristics and behaviors.
Skill in: administer medication and injections.
Ability to: provide lead supervision and training; perform functions required for pre- and post-surgical care; participate as a team member in the work of the Animal Services Section by understanding and implementing assigned duties and responsibilities to support team goals and objectives, working cooperatively with other team members, receiving and sharing information, soliciting input, identifying operational and interpersonal issues, and participating in the development of medical problem solving solutions; learn, read, and interpret State of California laws and City of Fremont ordinances, policies, practices and procedures related to the administration of animal medical care and treatment; handle frightened, injured, ill and aggressive animals; respond courteously and tactfully to customers in the shelter; represent the City in cases of violation of animal control laws; communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacities to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.
Education/Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be: two years of college preferably in veterinary science and one year of experience working in an animal shelter, clinic, veterinary hospital or kennel under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Experience in euthanasia or high volume spay/neuter is highly desirable. Experience in interpreting and enforcing animal related laws is desirable.
Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements
Registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Veterinary Medical Board is required at time of appointment.
Willingness to respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours, and may be subject to a mandatory on-call rotation.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Rare = < 10%, Occasional = 11-33%, Frequent = 34-66%, Constant = >66%
Sitting: Frequent
Walking: Occasional
Standing: Occasional
Bending (neck): Frequent
Bending (waist): Occasional
Squatting: Occasional
Climbing: Rare
Kneeling: Occasional
Crawling: Never
Jumping: Never
Balancing: Rare
Twisting (neck): Rare
Twisting (waist): Rare
Grasp - light (dominant hand): Frequent
Grasp - light (non-dominant): Frequent
Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Occasional
Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Occasional
Fine manipulation (dominant): Occasional
Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Occasional
Reach - at/below shoulder: Occasional
Reach – above shoulder level: Rare
Push/pull
Up to 10 lbs. Rare
11 to 25 lbs. Rare
26 to 50 lbs. Never
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never
Lifting
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Occasional
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never
Carrying
Up to 10 lbs. Occasional
11 to 25 lbs. Occasional
26 to 50 lbs. Rare
51 to 75 lbs. Never
76 to 100 lbs. Never
Over 100 lbs. Never
Coordination
Eye-hand: Required
Eye-hand-foot: Required
Driving: Required
Vision
Acuity, near: Required
Acuity, far: Required
Depth perception: Required
Accommodation: Required
Color vision: Required
Field of vision: Required
Talking
Face-to-face contact: Required
Verbal contact w/others: Required
Public: Required
Hearing
Normal conversation: Required
Telephone communication: Required
Earplugs required: Required
Work Environment
The incumbent of this classification will work in the animal shelter office and the shelter’s animal care area. Assigned duties require extensive use of the medical care equipment; moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife; working in a variety of weather exposed to pollens, fumes and other airborne irritants; bending, stooping, squatting and crawling to care for animals in the shelter; and stepping, climbing and jumping over physical barriers described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.
Class Code: 6745
FLSA: Non-exempt
EEOC Code: 3
Barg. Unit: CFEA
Probation: 12 months
Rev.: 11/15
The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance.
To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit: City of Fremont Benefits Summary
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Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
02
What is your highest level of education?
- Did not complete high school or equivalent
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Some college
- Two (2) years of college or more
- AA degree
- Bachelor's degree or higher
03
If you possess a degree, please list your major/field of study in the space below. If you do not currently hold a degree, please list any veterinary related courses you have completed. If you do not have a degree and have not taken any veterinary related courses, please write "N/A."
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You must be a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Department of Consumer Affairs Veterinary Medical Board at time of appointment. Do you meet this requirement?
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If you answered "yes" to the above question, please attach a copy of your registration to your application. If you do not meet this requirement, enter N/A.
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How many years have you worked as a Registered Veterinary Technician in a shelter?
- No experience
- Less than one (1) year
- More than one (1) year, but less than two (2) years
- More than two (2) years, but less than three (3) years
- Three (3) years or more
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Please list your experience working as an Registered Veterinary Technician in a veterinary or shelter environment. In your response, please be sure to include the company/agency where you worked, your job title, the dates of employment, who you reported to and key duties performed. If you do not have any experience in a veterinary or shelter environment, please write "N/A."
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How many years of experience do you have as an Registered Veterinary Technician performing high-quality, high-volume TNVR spay/neuter?
- No experience
- Less than one (1) year
- More than one (1) year, but less than two (2) years
- More than two (2) years, but less than three (3) years
- Three (3) years or more
09
Do you understand and agree to respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours, and further understand that you may be subject to a mandatory on-call rotation.
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Briefly describe your experience providing lead supervision or training to staff. If no experience, enter N/A.
