Animal Services Technician (Part-time)

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Animal Services Department is a Division of the Bolivar Police Department.  This department exists to support the Bolivar Police with pound operations and to safeguard the citizens of Bolivar. 

The Animal Servies Technician will assist the Animal Servies Supervisor as needed with assigned pound duties.  Work schedules and daily duties are subject to change as the needs of the pound change.

Pound operations are located separately from the police department at 2002 E Division St. Bolivar.

Uniform requirements are blue jeans and black tennis shoes; T-Shirts will be provided.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance of pound and assist the supervisor as needed.
• Maintain pound equipment and tools.
• Release animals to their owners.
• Collect money from animal releases and registrations.
• Assist with the intake of animals including taking photos, vaccinating, checking for microchips, and logging the animals into the Pound.
• Assist the supervisor with veterinarian appointments, vaccinating animals, and euthanizing sick, injured, and unclaimed animals.
• Administer medicine prescribed by the Vet for animals at the Pound.
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• Answer the phones at the pound and provide accurate information to the public regarding animal control issues and pound protocol.
• Maintain accurate inventory of vaccines and order.
• Monitor sick and injured animals and report their condition to the Vet.
• Direct incoming animals to the appropriate pens and cages.
• Keep all animals tagged for identification.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of animals and services rendered at the Pound.
• Assist citizens with animal adoptions.
• Participate in community events and educate the public about animal services ordinances and processes.
• Perform any other duties as assigned, within the scope of the duties and responsibilities outlined in the employees’ signed job description.

IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS

• Able to work independently and exercise initiative and judgment in the planning and execution of tasks assigned.
• Always demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and effective interpersonal skills at all times.
• Utilize general office equipment such as computers, 10-key, fax machines, copiers, e-mail and all similar office technology on a regular basis.
• Demonstrate the ability to support and function in a team environment
• Prepare and maintain records with a high level of detail and accuracy. 

ESSENTIAL MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• The ability to perform tasks involving problem solving and sound judgement
• The ability to take prompt and appropriate response to operating conditions
• The ability to work in an unfatigued state
• The ability to accurately gauge deadlines
• The ability to quickly store and recall instructions in one’s short-term memory
• The ability to concentrate
• The ability to cope with sudden changes in surroundings and/or emergency situations and/or alarms
• The ability to demonstrate a caring, committed, and concerned attitude about people and safety

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience working with animals is preferred.
• Must like working around animals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of animal care procedures and protocols.
• Familiar with municipal government operations and with City ordinances and proceedings.
• The ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in typing, word processing, and related clerical skills.
• The ability to demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• The ability to protect the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• The ability to meet and deal with the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• The ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail amidst a multitask, frequently changing, priority driven environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant sitting, walking or standing.
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, and climb.
• The ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Hold and grip objects.
• Occasional periods of sitting in a vehicle.
• Acceptable Physical Capacity Profile test results are required.

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATION

• Have a valid Missouri Driver’s License and must remain insurable under the City’s liability insurance policy.