Animal Control Deputy

Salary: $44,040.80 – $56,963.10 Annually

Location : Clinton Township, MI

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 23-00245

Department: Animal Control

Opening Date: 06/05/2023

Closing Date: 6/16/2023 5:00 PM Eastern

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
DEPARTMENT: Animal Control

HIRING AUTHORITY: Director

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period

CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (40 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is currently 8:00 am but may change based on the needs of the facility.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Animal Control Division is seeking candidates that strive to enrich our team-orientated department and high caliber of Officers. Animal Control Officers are responsible for protecting the health and safety of our residents, protecting animals, and promoting their humane treatment. Animal Control Officers have a commitment to Public Education on responsible pet ownership. The position requires a high degree of independent judgment and decision-making to prioritize assignments and activities while out in the field. Animal Control Officers work with many different animals, such as domestic and wild animals including but not limited to dogs, cats, pocket pets, horses, livestock, raccoons, skunks, waterfowl, and birds of prey. Animal Control Officers should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be self-motivated, and a team player.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Enforces local, state, and federal laws and ordinances concerning the care, treatment, selling, licensing, and impounding of animals.

Patrol assigned County areas for stray animals and dispose of deceased animals.

Investigates animal bites, cruelty, and other complaints and issue citations, warnings, and warrants.

Prepares investigative reports that may be introduced as legal court evidence.

Appears for scheduled court dates and testifies regarding civil infractions, misdemeanors, and felony charges.

Identifies impounded animals and prepares daily impounding slips.

Performs humane euthanasia and prepares animals for rabies testing.

Provides care for animals according to established schedules and procedures.

Maintains logs and activity reports daily.

Performs inspections of kennels, horseback riding stables and pet stores.

Transports animals for veterinary procedures.

Handles various types of animals including but not limited to domestic, wild, farm and livestock animals that are living or deceased.

Assists the public, in the field and at the Animal Control facility, with questions regarding animal care, laws, ordinances, and regulations.

Sanitizes and maintains animal cages, kennels, pens, and yards and reports any problems.

Inspects and sanitizes department vehicles and equipment daily and reports any problems.

Required to travel to attend mandatory training, conferences, or other events.

Required to participate in on-call rotation as directed.

Works mandatory overtime as directed, including weekends and holidays.

Works a flexible schedule as determined by operation demands.

Operates an assigned County vehicle to perform assigned duties.

Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel
• Obtain certification by the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development as an Animal Control Officer within six (6) month probationary period
• Obtain certification in performing euthanasia and tranquilization techniques within the six-month probationary period
• As a condition of hire, certification in Level 1 and Level 2 from the National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA) must be successfully completed within eighteen months from the date of hire

Preferred Education and Experience

• Three (3) or more years of animal control experience

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:

• Animal health and well-being
• Law enforcement techniques, principles and practices
• Local, state and federal animal laws and of court procedures
• Handling and caring for animals
• Animal euthanasia methods
• Tranquilization medications, methods and techniques

Skill in:

• Physical agility and stamina
• Active Listening
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking
• Emotional intelligence
• Service orientation
• Speaking

Ability to:

• Determine breeds, species, sex, and age of animals
• Recognize signs of animal illness, neglect, abuse, and cruelty
• Restrain and capture animals and the ability to interpret animal body language
• Comply with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, and follow orders of superior officers
• Maintain composure under stressful situations
• Adapt behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected situations
• Effectively speak, write, and understand the English language
• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information
• Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

• The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Office or similar indoor environmentXOutdoor environmentXStreet environment (near moving traffic)XConstruction siteXConfined spaceXIndividuals who are hostile or irateXIndividuals with known violent backgroundsXExtreme heat (above 100 degrees)
X

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)XExposures
N/S
O
F/C
Communicable diseasesXMoving mechanical partsXFumes or airborne particlesXToxic or caustic chemicals, substances or wasteXLoud noises (85+ decibels) XBlood Borne PathogensX

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
DemandFrequencyDescriptionPhysicalN/SOF/CBalancingXOn even or uneven surfaces/groundBendingXTasks involve forward or backward bending at the waistClimbing/Working at HeightsXTasks involve climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platformsCrawlingXInspecting in confined spaces. Moving about on hands and kneesDiggingXTasks involve manual diggingDrivingXTasks involve operating any motor powered vehicle on sealed and unsealed roadsGraspingXTasks involve gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or handsKneelingXTasks involve flexing/bending at the knees and ankles to work at low levelsManual DexterityXTasks involve fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writingLift/CarryXTasks involve raising/lowering or moving objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below)Up to 10 pounds 11-24 poundsX 25-34 poundsX 35-50 poundsX 51-74 poundsX 75-99 poundsX Over 100 poundsX Push / PullXTasks involve pushing/pulling objects away from or towards the bodyReachingXTasks involve reaching overhead with arms raised above shoulder height or forward reaching with arms extendedSittingXTasks involve remaining in a seated position during the task performanceStandingXTasks involve standing in an upright position without movementWalkingXWalking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfacesRunningXRunning considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

The Police Officers Association of Michigan (POAM)-Animal Control bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.

Health, Dental and Vision Plans.
As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage.

• Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment

Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays and Sick Time
Macomb County understands the need to balance work life with home life. We have policies for paid time off (PTO), illness, and holidays.

Retirement System
Macomb County has a defined contribution 401(a) plan. The employee contribution is 3% of base wages and the County contribution is 6% of base wages per pay period. Employees are 100% vested after five (5) years of service.

Deferred Compensation
Macomb County employees are eligible to contribute up to fifty percent (50%) of gross salary or the annual maximum as established by the IRS (whichever is less) to a pre-tax savings plan. The County does not contribute to this savings plan.

Life Insurance
Macomb County offers life insurance provided by the employer for regular full-time employees. Additionally, the employer will provide a payroll deduction for employees wishing to purchase additional life insurance for their self, spouse, and eligible dependents.

Long Term Disability
Long-term disability coverage is effective the first day of the month following six (6) months of continuous employment. This benefit is intended for lengthy illnesses with a 180-day elimination period, paying 60% of an employee’s monthly income.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. “See resume” is not an acceptable answer to questions.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education:

• High school diploma or certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) Test
• Some college
• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree or higher
• None of the above

03

Are you willing and able to obtain certification in performing euthanasia and tranquilization techniques within the probationary period for this position?

• Yes
• No

04

Are you willing and able to obtain certification by the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development as an Animal Control Officer within the probationary period for this position?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you willing and able to obtain certification in Level 1 and Level 2 from the National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA) within eighteen months from the date of hire?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid Michigan driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

07

How many years of experience do you have working in an animal control facility?

• No experience
• Less than one (1) year of experience
• One (1) but less than two (2) years of experience
• Two (2) but less than three (3) years of experience
• Three (3) or more years of experience

Required Question