Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to supervise the day-to-day operations and staff of the County's animal shelter.
This position will be assigned to the administrative section. However, the final assignment is at the discretion of the Animal Services Director”.
Essential Functions
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals.
Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work: prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; develops and oversees employee schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to Medical Examiner; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate.
Interprets and enforces applicable animal control laws and ordinances, and all other applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures: ensures staff adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; and issues citations to violators of animal control ordinances.
Supervises response to, and investigation of, animal complaints; supervises the response to and responds to a variety of animal control issues, such as animal bites, potential animal cruelty and abuse, animals in distress, stray and nuisance animals, wild animals, etc.; supervises and assists subordinates in field interviews and investigations; classifies animal bites; issues citations to violators of County animal control ordinances; approves investigative reports prepared by subordinates; and presents cases in court as appropriate.
Coordinates field training for newly hired Animal Control Officers: assigns new Animal Control Officers to field training office; reviews training reports and makes appropriate recommendations; and conducts various in-service training for Officers on rabies, bites, dangerous animal, neglect, cruelty, and abandonment cases.
Receives and responds to questions concerning responsibility of pet ownership, laws and ordinances, pet adoption, and other department issues: provides information and answers questions; and resolves complex customer service and animal care and control issues.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws and regulations: attends in-service training.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by three years of experience in animal control.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged standing, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, heights, confined spaces, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, disease, or rude/irate customers.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?
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Educational Background
(copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in animal control?
- No experience
- Less than three years of experience
- Three to five years of experience
- More than five years of experience
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Please describe your experience in animal control. Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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Do you have any supervisory experience?
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Please describe your supervisory experience. Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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Do you have a current and valid driver's license?
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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and
provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
