Under supervision, performs public safety work in the enforcement of animal control laws, ordinances, and regulations, and perform related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Investigates complaints involving cruelty, neglect, animal bites, and dangerous or uncontrolled animals, including interviewing witnesses, identifying involved parties, and taking statements and photographs

• Controls incident scenes by obtaining and securing evidence

• Prepares investigation reports and issues citations for animal care and control violations

• Testifies in court regarding violations and citations issued

• Captures stray, unlicensed, injured, or uncontrolled animals using various restraining devices

• Drives department vehicles to transport animals to and from the Animal Care and Control Center or other specified designations

• Explains, interprets, and enforces the municipal code concerning the care and control of animals

• Uses various software applications in order to complete impoundment records and to input and generate activity reports on animals placed in the shelter

• Responds to inquiries and provides information regarding local animal control laws

• Maintains the upkeep of department equipment and vehicles

• Assists other City departments and outside agencies in special assignments regarding animal related problems, as required

• May participate in public information, education, and outreach activities regarding animal care and control

NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

• One year of work experience in the care and control of animals or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

• A valid State of Illinois Driver's license is required

Location: 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL

Days/Times: Varies

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Previous experience with data entry and preparing reports

• Previous experience working in an animal shelter, or animal control

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise and/or a skills assessment test as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the interview and skills assessment/written exercise will be selected.