Animal Control Officer

Role Overview

The Animal Control Officer ensures adherence to animal control regulations and public safety regarding animals within Blount County. This position acts as a representative for the Blount County Animal Center (BCAC) by interacting with community members through various activities, service responses, and center events.

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire and apply comprehensive knowledge of BCAC policies, systems, and procedures.
• Enforce local animal control laws and regulations rigorously.
• Set traps for capturing animals; remove dangerous animals as needed.
• Prepare detailed reports on bite incidents and enforce quarantine measures for affected animals.
• Manage and organize necessary documentation and records accurately.
• Impound animals when required by law or circumstance.
• Perform humane euthanasia on animals in compliance with guidelines.
• Provide rescue and care for injured or ill animals.
• Ensure constant availability of animal control officers for emergency calls.
• Respond promptly to calls reporting animals without food or water.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in good working order.
• Operate and repair small equipment, including power tools.
• Utilize office technology such as copiers, multi-line phones, and computers effectively for documentation and communication.
• Take on additional duties as assigned related to animal control operations.

Essential Requirements

• Maintain professionalism consistently in interactions with the public, coworkers, and partner agencies.
• Develop and sustain positive relationships within BCAC, including volunteers and associated stakeholders.
• Capable of performing duties in all weather conditions and noisy environments with frequent animal sounds.
• Adapt well to a diverse community and variable work settings.