Animal Services Officer

KC Pet Project

Job Description

Job Purpose:
KC Pet Project Animal Services Officers performs specialized work for residents of Kansas City, Missouri, to resolve various issues related to animals and when necessary, the enforcement of local ordinances and state statutes related to animal issues. The position is subject to the common risks of animal control enforcement and care. Work is performed in accordance with City Ordinance and State statutes. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief of Animal Services and the Field Services Manager and is evaluated through observation and discussions concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of performed duties.

Daily Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Receiving and responding to requests for animal control service(s), including but not limited to aiding residents in the compliance of animal control regulations, capturing and confining of stray animals and attempting to locate and return animal to the owners prior to impoundment, rescuing injured and diseased animals and impounding, when necessary, dangerous animals.
2. Treats all animals humanely, properly and with compassion at all times.
3. Provide community outreach and engagement with residents to provide information on proper pet care and control including spay/neuter, welfare concerns, and related ordinances and regulations.
4. Maintains records of various impounds, road activities, investigations, etc.
5. Conducts investigations and issues citations for violations of city ordinances.
6. Testifies in court, when compliance efforts fail against owners who disregard or violate ordinances.
7. Operates a company vehicle in carrying out enforcement duties.
8. Maintains all assigned equipment to ensure cleanliness and proper functioning.

For minimum qualifications and to apply, please visit kcpetproject.org/careers.

This is a full time job