Animal Welfare Officer
City of Sand Springs, Sand Springs, OK, United States
Job Summary
Under general supervision, apprehends, impounds, rehomes, and euthanizes as necessary unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals within the Sand Springs city limits in accordance with state and local laws, rules and regulations. Focuses on pet adoption through appropriate means. Assists with enforcement of public nuisance, zoning, health and safety, and other codes and ordinances of the City of Sand Springs. Animal Welfare Officers must be available for emergency callouts and weekend care of sheltered animals.
Major Responsibilities
Investigate all animal nuisances, dog bites, or cruelty cases in compliance with state laws and City ordinances, and prepare reports in oral, written or electronic formats regarding any case that may require further investigation, or initiation of civil or criminal processes
Enforces city animal control ordinances by impounding unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals
Examines dog licenses for validity and issue citations or warnings to delinquent owners
Examines apprehended animals for injuries and deliver injured animals to veterinarian for medical treatment
Maintains the animal shelter in a safe and sanitary condition, both inside and out, for animals and humans
Maintains an inventory control system to monitor drugs used in the euthanization of animals
Administers vaccinations to dogs and cats as allowable by law
Inserts microchip identification on licensed cats and dogs
Supplies food, water, and personal care to detained animals
Orders and maintains supplies and equipment for the shelter
Encourages adoption of unclaimed animals, or euthanize those not adopted or fostered
Receives or initiates cases involving violations of the public nuisance, zoning, health and safety, and other codes and ordinances of the City of Sand Springs. Inspect as necessary affected properties for resolution of violations using civil or criminal processes
Assists other employees with general departmental functions.
Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments as required.
Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge
High school graduate or GED
Valid Class “D” Oklahoma Driver license
One to two-year’s previous experience in the apprehension or handling of animals
Animal Euthanasia Technician or the ability to obtain within one year of hire
Completion of Oklahoma Animal Control Association training academy or the ability to complete within one year of hire (This course may be waived in lieu of two-year’s previous experience in like position or veterinary clinic performing duties relevant to course training)
Code enforcement certification through the Oklahoma code Enforcement Association or the ability to obtain within two years of hire
Competitive Benefits Package
11 paid holidays per year
10 paid sick leave days per year
10 paid vacation leave days per year (increases with years of service – up to 20 days)
2 fitness facilities for employees
Pension plan
Longevity Pay
Employee Assistance Program
Short/Long Term Disability
Basic Life & AD&D
Employee-Only Dental (Employer pays a portion of Dental Family)
3 Healthcare Plans - Employer pays 75% of the base plan premium or the base plan equivalent for the other tiers
Case Community Center membership
Discounted fishing pass at Shell Lake
Discounted golf at Canyons at Blackjack Ridge
Utility discount for employees who live within the Sand Springs water district.
Additional voluntary insurance options available; see our benefits page.
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Major Responsibilities
Investigate all animal nuisances, dog bites, or cruelty cases in compliance with state laws and City ordinances, and prepare reports in oral, written or electronic formats regarding any case that may require further investigation, or initiation of civil or criminal processes
Enforces city animal control ordinances by impounding unlicensed, stray, and uncontrolled animals
Examines dog licenses for validity and issue citations or warnings to delinquent owners
Examines apprehended animals for injuries and deliver injured animals to veterinarian for medical treatment
Maintains the animal shelter in a safe and sanitary condition, both inside and out, for animals and humans
Maintains an inventory control system to monitor drugs used in the euthanization of animals
Administers vaccinations to dogs and cats as allowable by law
Inserts microchip identification on licensed cats and dogs
Supplies food, water, and personal care to detained animals
Orders and maintains supplies and equipment for the shelter
Encourages adoption of unclaimed animals, or euthanize those not adopted or fostered
Receives or initiates cases involving violations of the public nuisance, zoning, health and safety, and other codes and ordinances of the City of Sand Springs. Inspect as necessary affected properties for resolution of violations using civil or criminal processes
Assists other employees with general departmental functions.
Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments as required.
Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge
High school graduate or GED
Valid Class “D” Oklahoma Driver license
One to two-year’s previous experience in the apprehension or handling of animals
Animal Euthanasia Technician or the ability to obtain within one year of hire
Completion of Oklahoma Animal Control Association training academy or the ability to complete within one year of hire (This course may be waived in lieu of two-year’s previous experience in like position or veterinary clinic performing duties relevant to course training)
Code enforcement certification through the Oklahoma code Enforcement Association or the ability to obtain within two years of hire
Competitive Benefits Package
11 paid holidays per year
10 paid sick leave days per year
10 paid vacation leave days per year (increases with years of service – up to 20 days)
2 fitness facilities for employees
Pension plan
Longevity Pay
Employee Assistance Program
Short/Long Term Disability
Basic Life & AD&D
Employee-Only Dental (Employer pays a portion of Dental Family)
3 Healthcare Plans - Employer pays 75% of the base plan premium or the base plan equivalent for the other tiers
Case Community Center membership
Discounted fishing pass at Shell Lake
Discounted golf at Canyons at Blackjack Ridge
Utility discount for employees who live within the Sand Springs water district.
Additional voluntary insurance options available; see our benefits page.
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