<p>This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.</p> <p>JOB OBJECTIVE: Are you passionate about protecting animals and upholding the law? Step into a dynamic role where every day brings something new. As an Animal Services Officer, you'll be the face of compassion and accountability-investigating reports of animal law violations, enforcing critical ordinances, and taking action to ensure the safety and well-being of both animals and the community. From issuing citations and warnings to handling real-world cases, this is your chance to make a real impact.</p> <ul> <li>Investigates alleged violations of animal laws and ordinances; interviews suspected violators and witnesses and gathers appropriate physical evidence; obtains and serves seizure warrants. </li><li>Issues citations and warnings to violators; testifies in court. </li><li>Examines incoming animals and monitors impounded animals for symptoms of disease and injury and notifies supervisor of those not in healthy condition; administers medications for treatment of sick animals. </li><li>Feeds and waters animals according to schedule; cleans kennels and cages using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment. </li><li>Captures and restrains animals by using ropes, snares, and tranquilizer dart guns; transports captured animals to the Animal Services Center. </li><li>Collects monies for fees and fines; issues receipts and completes necessary forms. </li><li>Answers questions and provides information to the general public regarding animal laws, ordinances, and procedures. </li><li>Maintains files of each investigation; maintains record cards for each animal impounded; prepares daily reports. </li><li>Tranquilizes and euthanizes animals by injection; maintains accurate euthanasia records. </li><li>Provides assistance to the Veterinarian with the daily clinic routine to include cleaning, vaccinations, and surgery preparation as needed. </li><li>Disposes of animal remains by incineration; cleans incinerator and freezer. </li><li>Processes intake paperwork for public impounds, owner relinquishments and adoptions; collects monies for fees, issues receipts and completes necessary forms; receives and dispatches public complaints. </li><li>Performs surgical animal decapitations and prepares specimens for shipment to the State Health Department. </li><li>Operates a light duty truck to patrol assigned areas in the performance of essential job functions. </li></ul> <p>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  None.</p> <p>These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of high school; one (1) year of experience in the care of domestic animals. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.</p> <p> </p> <p>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <ul> <li>Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position. </li><li>Must possess Arkansas Certification of Training for Animal Euthanasia within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification for duration of employment. </li><li>Must be available to work nights, holidays and weekends as required. </li></ul> <p>DISCLAIMER:  </p> <p>This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.</p> <ul> <li>Online applications only </li><li>Applicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically. </li><li>Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate. </li><li>List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications. </li><li>All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account. </li><li>You may check yourNeoGov inboxto review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications. </li><li>Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties. </li></ul>