Animal Control Officer, Supervising



Job Details

Animal Control Officer, Supervising
Employer

County of Santa Barbara

Salary

$57,942.63 - $70,738.76 Annually

Location

County of Santa Barbara - All locations, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

17-0468-01 (O)

Department

Public Health

Division

Public Health-Animal Health

Opening Date

01/12/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description




 
NOTICE OF CHANGE: Due to the limited number of applications received this recruitment will remain open until this position is filled. For first consideration, have your application in by Wednesday, January 31, 2018 by 5 pm PST.


We are accepting applications to fill one (1) full-time Animal Control Officer, Supervising position in Santa Maria and one (1) full-time position in Lompoc with the Animal Services Division. 

NOTE: We are also accepting applications to establish an employment list for future Full-Time, Part-time, Extra Help and 1414* vacancies for Animal Control Officer, Supervising positions in Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and Lompoc.

*1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence (Civil Service Rule 1414) and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave. A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.

Please select which location(s) you would like to be considered for currently and for future vacancies. If you qualify for this position and pass the required selection steps, then your name will be sent to the hiring manager(s) of the vacancy location(s) where you have expressed that you are willing to work.

ANIMAL SERVICES DIVISION:   The Santa Barbara County Animal Services Division operates three open admission animal shelters, serving all of Santa Barbara County with the exception of the City of Carpinteria. We provide field and shelter services, adoption and lost and found programs, affordable spay and neuter services, and have a very robust volunteer program. Project PetSafe promotes responsible pet ownership through vaccination, licensing, spay and neuter, and microchipping of pets. Click here to find out more about the Santa Barbara County Animal Services. 

About Santa Maria position: This is a working supervisory classification. This position is primarily responsible for overseeing field operations in the Santa Maria area. Duties include supervision of Animal Control Officers and preparation of cases for court and administrative hearings regarding potentially vicious dogs. Incumbents perform field officer patrol and enforcement work, and may assist the Animal Services Director and Operations Manager with administrative functions.

About Lompoc position: This is a working supervisory classification. This position is primarily responsible for overseeing shelter and field operation at the Lompoc Shelter. Duties include supervision of shelter staff and volunteers, oversight of animal care in the shelter and supervision of Animal Control Officers, including preparation of cases for court and administrative hearings regarding potentially vicious dogs. Incumbents may perform field office patrol and enforcement work. The supervisor may assist the Animal Services Director and Operations Manager with administrative functions.

The IDEAL CANDIDATE will:
  • Have experience working as an Animal Control Officer and a working knowledge of local and state regulations.
  • Have experience supervising staff and training and mentoring subordinates
  • Have experience and skill in investigating and prosecuting animal neglect and cruelty cases and dangerous dog cases.
  • Possess paid work experience with animals, preferably in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter setting.  
  • Have experience performing dispatcher functions, explaining procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Have experience providing high quality customer service to the public exercising strong interpersonal skills.
  • Maintain an empathetic and problem solving approach to each day's work 
  • Be familiar with computer programs specific to the animal sheltering industry (highly desirable).
 
Click here to learn more about the County of Santa Barbara Public Health Department.
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Examples of Duties


  1. Supervises Animal Control Officers performing field enforcement work, Animal Shelter Attendants responsible for the care and feeding of animals, and kennel maintenance; supervises clerical office support staff, and monitors volunteers and individuals from various organizations assisting with shelter and animal activities; participates in the hiring of staff and provides training; establishes work schedules and assigns work; monitors the work of staff to ensure that work is accomplished in a safe, efficient, and timely manner such as in the euthanasia of animals; provides technical advice to staff to ensure the appropriate interpretation, application of, and compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; evaluates performance and recommends disciplinary action; conducts staff meetings; assists with the identification, development, and implementation of policies and procedures as instructed by the Animal Control Services Director; may assist the director in the preparation of the annual budget; monitors expenditures.
  2. Maintains and reviews daily activity sheets, productivity reports, drug and weapon usage logs, employee injury reports, and euthanasia logs for appropriateness of action, and to prepare reports concerning shelter activity; inspects shelter equipment and vehicles to ensure they are in safe and proper working condition; orders shelter supplies and equipment; plans facility improvements or changes.
  3. Coordinates the annual rabies clinic and public school education programs; conducts public school education and community group presentations; explains to the public animal control policies and procedures, and the role of the Animal Health and Regulation program.
  4. Provides technical assistance to staff regarding field investigations of the more difficult cases, such as those involving animal cruelty, serious animal bites, or vicious dog cases, and in the preparation of related documents; conducts the more complex investigations which may involve contact with agencies such as the District Attorney's Office; prepares evidence for court cases and testifies in court.
  5. Performs patrol and field enforcement work: searches for stray, sick, injured, dead, or wild animals; responds to calls from the public, law enforcement agencies, or staff regarding injured, stray, sick, or dangerous animals, and violations of animal regulatory ordinances; enforces leash laws, licensing, vaccinations, spaying, neutering, animal noise, and barking dog ordinances, and other State and local laws and regulations; issues citations; uses a department issued weapon, such as a shotgun, tranquilizer gun, or pellet gun to capture and/or destroy animals in the field; assists the public in claiming, adopting, and obtaining licenses for animals; inspects commercial/hobby kennels for code compliance; reviews and processes applications for licenses submitted by business owners.

Employment Standards

  1. One (1) year of journey level animal control experience in kenneling, licensing, and patrol and enforcement work; Or,
  2. One (1) year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Animal Control Officer II with Santa Barbara County; Or,
  3. A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Additional Qualifications:
  • Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License.
  • Incumbents must complete course PC 832 in Arrest, Search, and Seizure and Firearms Training, and in compliance with California Code of Regulations
  • Complete 8 hours of "Euthanasia Training Curriculum" within one year of appointment to Animal Control Officer, Supervising.
  • Incumbents must be able to move animals or objects weighing up to 100 lbs.
  • Incumbents are expected to: work in the field; wear a uniform; and work shifts, weekends, and rotational standby duty as required.
  • Employment in this class may require successful completion of a criminal background investigation.

Knowledge of: applicable State and local laws, regulations, and ordinances; safety practices in cleaning, animal handling, vehicle and weapon operation; inspection and enforcement methods and techniques; proper English usage, grammar, and spelling; report writing; training techniques; euthanasia methods and techniques; the proper care and handling of animals; the physical and behavioral characteristics of animals; breed identification; the symptoms of rabies and other common animal diseases; the safe and accurate handling of firearms.

Ability to: plan, schedule, and direct the work of staff; train and evaluate staff; gather, analyze, interpret information, and adopt a course of action; explain, apply, and enforce rules and regulations; prepare various reports; obtain cooperation and compliance from members of the public; exercise tact and independent judgment; present a positive public image; establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, volunteers, and staff; handle sick, injured, dangerous, or dead animals and decomposing carcasses in a safe and humane manner; recognize diseased or injured animals; destroy (euthanize) dangerous, sick, or unwanted animals; make mathematical computations; speak before large and small groups; tolerate stress; safely drive a vehicle; and work independently.
 
 

Supplemental Information


APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:

  1. Review Applications and Supplemental Questionnaire: To determine those applicants who meet the employment standards and are willing to work under the specific job conditions.
  2. Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking. As part of the application process, a completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted along with the standard application form. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be used to determine if you will be placed on the employment list and what ranking you will have on the list. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.

Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive written notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list. 
 
Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical examination and background check.
 
The appointee must also satisfactorily complete a (12) twelve month probationary period.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a doctor, or learning institution.


Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines. The County of Santa Barbara will not release any applicant's email address to a third party. 

BENEFITS:  The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits, please visit our website at www.countyofsb.org/hr/CompSumm.aspx?id=11024 or Click here

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: REVISED Open until filled. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com. In Santa Barbara, applications and job bulletins may be obtained at the Human Resources Department, 1226 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. In Santa Maria, applications and job bulletins can be obtained online only at the Workforce Resource Center located at 1410 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
 
RESOURCES FOR APPLICANTS TO USE COMPUTERS LOCALLY:
Applicants may use county computers at the Workforce Resource Centers to complete online applications and assessments at the following Santa Barbara County locations:

Workforce Resource Center - Santa Barbara, 130 E. Ortega St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: 805-568-1296

Workforce Resource Center- Santa Maria, 1410 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Phone: 805-614-1550
 
The County of Santa Barbara respects and values a diverse workforce and strongly promotes strategies and activities to recruit, develop and retain qualified persons of varied backgrounds, lifestyles, experiences and races.

Jaclyn Smith, Recruiter
 

Retirement Plans                                                     

Health Benefits
  • Benefit Allowance paid in cash bi-weekly, which can be used by employees to fund health care costs or used for other purposes. The amount varies by bargaining unit, click the Compensation Summary link below for more information
  • Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
  • On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents over age 15
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
  • Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
  • Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
  • For more information on our health benefits, please visit: http://cosb.countyofsb.org/hr/default.aspx?id=11064
Paid Time Off
  • Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
  • Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
  • Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
  • Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
  • For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)
Miscellaneous Benefits
  • County Paid Term Life Insurance
  • County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Childcare and Employee Discounts
  • Relocation Assistance may apply
  • Flexible work schedule may apply
  • For more information on all of these benefits, please visit: http://cosb.countyofsb.org/hr/default.aspx?id=11064
Compensation Summary

 
*This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.

01
I acknowledge that it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meets the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin. I further acknowledge that if the County determines that I do not meet the employment standards there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin. Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important that I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meets the employment standards at the time I submit my application.
  • I understand.
02
As part of the application process, a completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted along with the standard application form. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
  • I understand
03
The Human Resources Department communicates with All Applicants through e-mail. Please make sure your email address is entered correctly and it is current. If you feel you are not receiving your emails, please check your spam or junk inbox for our emails. Please check selection process on job bulletin for dates notices will be sent out and dates the information is required to be completed.
  • I understand
04
To be considered for this position your application must CLEARLY state how you meet each of the requirements under EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS on the Job Bulletin or you will not be considered for this position. If you are unsure, go back and review your application before continuing. Which Employment Standard did you clearly state on your application?
  • One (1) year of journey level animal control experience in kenneling, licensing, and patrol and enforcement work.
  • One (1) year of experience performing duties equivalent to the class of Animal Control Officer II with Santa Barbara County.
  • A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
  • I do not meet the employment standards for this position.
05
If you selected 'A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed...' for the preceding supplemental question, then please describe in detail your combined training, education, and experience that qualifies you for this position.
06
Based on your response to question 4, you are required to provide detailed information regarding your job duties and the functions you performed that support the requirements for this position. If you did not provide all the information on your application (Not your resume), this is your opportunity to provide the information here. Failure to provide detailed information will affect the outcome of your score and rank on the employment list. Please ensure that your application includes employer's name, specific job duties/functions, dates of employment, and hours per week.
07
The following questions are provided as an example of some of the duties you will be performing. Please mark the duties you would be willing to perform. If you answer "NO" to any of the duties listed, please do not apply for this position. If you answer "YES" to all of the questions about the duties listed then continue to complete the application.
  • I understand
08
Are you willing, within one year of appointment, to complete 8 hours of "Euthanasia Training Curriculum" in compliance with the California Code of Regulations? (This training will teach you about putting to death injured, diseased, or unadoptable animals.)
  • Yes
  • No
09
After training and receiving certification, are you willing to euthanize animals as necessary?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Are you willing to take a course in Arrest, Search, & Seizure, and Firearms Training (PC832) within one year of employment?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Check which option best describes your training in course PC832 - Arrest, Search & Seizure, and Firearms Training.
  • I have completed PC832 training.
  • I am currently taking the PC832 training.
  • I have not taken the PC832 training.
12
Are you willing and able to lift, carry, and move injured, dead, or live animals that may weigh up to 100 lbs. and move them to the animal control vehicle, cooler, or another location?
  • Yes
  • No
13
Are you willing to use a tranquilizer gun to capture animals?
  • Yes
  • No
14
Are you willing to handle vicious (violent or combative) dogs and cats and other animals in a humane and respectful manner at all times?
  • Yes
  • No
15
Are you willing to care for and handle sick and injured animals in a humane manner at all times?
  • Yes
  • No
16
Are you willing to issue citations and warnings to violators of animal regulatory ordinances?
  • Yes
  • No
17
Are you willing to periodically sweep and clean kennels, cat cages, pick up animal waste, and clean the facilities using disinfectant cleaners?
  • Yes
  • No
18
Are you willing to work in a place that has constant animal noises and unpleasant smells?
  • Yes
  • No
19
Are you willing to drive an animal control vehicle and work in the field a majority of the time, generally alone?
  • Yes
  • No
20
Are you willing to work shifts, weekends, stand-by, call back, holidays, and overtime with appropriate compensation?
  • Yes
  • No
21
Are you willing to respond politely and calmly to people who may be upset or angry?
  • Yes
  • No
22
Are you willing to keep daily activity sheets, records, and reports using a personal computer?
  • Yes
  • No
23
Are you willing to work in a busy, fast-paced animal shelter?
  • Yes
  • No
24
Are you willing to wear a uniform and maintain a professional demeanor?
  • Yes
  • No
25
If you have selected NO to any of the questions 8 – 10, and 12 - 24 and/or do not have a valid California Driver's License, then your application WILL NOT be considered. You may want to re-evaluate your responses and qualifications. I certify that my responses to the above questions are true and will be subject to verification by the County of Santa Barbara.
26
I understand that after my initial assignment, the County of Santa Barbara has the right to assign me to work in Lompoc, Santa Maria, or Santa Barbara.
  • I understand
27
The current vacancies are in Santa Maria and Lompoc. To be considered for current and/or future vacancies, please select 'All Locations' in the location section of the application. Your name will be sent to the department based on the location of the vacancy and where you are willing to work.
  • I understand
28
The Department is accepting applications to fill two (2) Animal Control Officer Supervisor vacancies. One (1) vacancy is in Santa Maria and responsible for overseeing field operations and one (1) vacancy is in Lompoc and responsible for overseeing shelter staff and field operations. Please indicate which position you are interested in being considered for.
  • Santa Maria position
  • Lompoc position
29
I understand my responses to the following supplemental questions will be used as a weighed, scored selection device that will determine my ranking on the employment list for this job. Do not enter "see resume" or "see application" as raters will not have access to any information except what you enter in the box for each question. For information on protest procedures for the supplemental questionnaire, please see Civil Service Rules 612 and 613: http://cosb.countyofsb.org/hr/csrules.aspx
  • I understand.
30
You are the new field supervisor in a shelter with staff who have worked there for many years. You have implemented new ways of doing certain tasks and some of the very experienced staff are resistant to these changes. Describe in detail how you would approach staff to successfully engage them in new ways of doing things. Give an example from your past employment.
31
Describe in detail your supervisory experience completing employee evaluations. What is your approach or method? How do you provide constructive feedback to employees? If you do not have experience completing employee evaluations, then please write "N/A" in the box below.
32
You are the supervisor to an employee who routinely does not follow established procedures. Describe in detail the steps/actions you would take and why.
33
Describe in detail your experience supervising employees in an animal control or animal shelter work environment. Please provide the setting in which you managed a team and include information on specific supervisory responsibilities, project management, assigning duties, overseeing administrative duties, and creating work schedules NOTE: For each position include the dates of employment, primary duties and approximate percent of time spent performing each activity or duty. If you do not have work experience supervising employees in an animal control or animal shelter work environment, the write "N/A" in the box below.
34
We often investigate complex cases and face considerable challenges through the investigative process. Describe in detail how you would investigate cases such as these and the steps you would take to achieve a successful outcome or prosecution.
35
Describe in detail your experience working with software typically used in either the Animal Welfare or Veterinary Industry. NOTE: List the software you have experience working with and the environment and length of time you used it. If you do not have experience working with software typically used in either the Animal Welfare or Veterinary Industry, then write "N/A" in the box below.
36
Describe in detail your experience working in an animal shelter or kennel environment. Include information on managing the daily population, animal behavior, disease control, euthanasia, and your approach to adoptions. If you do not have this type of experience, the write N/A in the box below.

* Required Question

Employer
County of Santa Barbara
Address
1226 Anacapa Street

Santa Barbara, California, 93101
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sbcounty

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