NEED A JOB? WE ARE HIRING! Attached is a job description. The position would be for emergencies, after regular business hours, on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Compensation would include an hourly rate from the county when calls are run, and a negotiable salary from the HS, depending on qualifications. POSITION: INTERMITTENT DEPUTY DOG WARDEN The Deputy Dog Warden works under the direction of the Chief Dog Warden/Executive Director of The Humane Society Serving Clark County, Inc. Enforces statutes for regulation of licensing, ownership, and animal control. Warns owners and issues citations for animal violations pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code. Works on call for emergencies after regular business hours. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: I. Enforces statutes for regulation of licensing, ownership and animal control; warns owners and issues citations for animal violations pursuant to the Ohio Revised Code. Assists shelter staff in adoption of animals; licenses and charging of impounding fees. Maintains daily logs, takes phone calls and greets public. Maintains good public relations. Advises public regarding redemption, relinquishing and adoption of animals. Destroys and disposes of animals when necessary. Conducts investigations of dog bite cases in conjunction with health department and monitors home quarantine for bite animals. Responds to animal complaint calls, seizes and impounds stray animals as required. Investigates and takes appropriate action to prevent inhumane treatment of animals. Investigates and takes appropriate action on livestock claims. Issues citations to those in violation of Ohio Revised Code. Educate the public on Ohio Revised Code, health and well-being of animals, and safety. Maintains clean vehicles. II. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS • Must possess a high school diploma, or equivalent. • Must have the ability to be bonded. • Must be able to lift approximately 50 pounds, including dogs, and handle the physical demands of the job, including but not limited to, giving chase and capture of animals. • Must possess an Ohio Driver’s License, or equivalent, and have an acceptable driving record. • Must be legally able to carry a firearm, and pass a proficiency test with a firearm. • Qualify as a County employee. • Possess social skills necessary to deal with the public, law enforcement and government officials and be effective in conflict resolution and management. • Detail-oriented, completion of paperwork, citations, reports, etc. • Availability off hours/weekends, with little to no warning, for emergencies. • Effective oral and written communication skills with staff and the public. • Ability to work alone or in a team environment. • Applicants must pass drug screening and background check. • Experience preferred, will train.
Posted on: Thu, 02 Oct 2014 22:07:35 +0000