The days of the "dogcatcher" are quickly disappearing and the Animal Control career field is striving to serve the public as the frontline of defense to protect the health and safety of humans and animals.

Are you able to enforce the City of Springfield ordinances related to animal control? Are you wanting to make a difference in citizen and animal safety within the Springfield and Greene-County community?

This position is Open Until Filled and applications will have a guaranteed review date of April 12, 2024.**

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Animal Control Officer. This position will enforce ordinances related to animal control including responding to citizen complaints regarding stray, injured, dangerous or unwanted animals, dogs running at large, and investigation of cruelty to animals and animal bite reports. Position will work a flexible schedule with some weekends and holidays required. Position will cover Springfield and the Greene-County area.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• High School diploma;

AND

• Two years' experience in animal control, public safety, code and compliance or a related field;

OR

• Possession of 30 semester from an accredited college/university in a related field;

AND

• One year of experience in animal control, public safety, code and compliance, or a related field;

PREFERRED

• Previous animal related experience.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess a valid driver's license;
• Candidates must obtain and maintain certification to euthanize within the first year of employment.
• Candidates must be willing and able to take rabies shots on a periodic basis to reduce the possibility of rabies infection.

Functions

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see thejob description.

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidatesMUSTcomplete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission.Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application,but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

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Agency : City of Springfield (MO)

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Address : 840 N Boonville

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Phone : 417-864-1607

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Website : https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Jobs