Animal Control Officer

2 weeks ago


Nanaimo, Canada Nanaimo Animal Control Services Ltd. Full time

**ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER**

**Applicants who do not include a cover letter with their resume will not be considered.**

This position entails a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities and is best suited to someone who has:

- previous experience working with the public in a law enforcement capacity.
- a high-level of personal integrity.
- strong verbal and written communication skills.
- experience working successfully in a team environment, but can also work independently without direct supervision (self-motivated).
- ability to be firm, but can use discretion appropriately.
- capacity to make own decisions based on clear-thinking and common sense.
- excellent powers of observation used in conjunction with skilled investigation techniques (forensic interviews / evidence gathering / tactical communication).
- good organizational skills and can complete accurate & detailed handwritten and typed reports in a timely manner.
- experience in providing testimony and self-prosecuting tickets in court.
- ability to interpret Bylaw regulations and provide detailed information & advice to the public concerning any animal related issue.
- domestic animal experience with dogs, cats & other animals.
- physical abilities to handle/walk/restrain large, unruly or vicious dogs.
- a Certificate in Bylaw Enforcement & Investigative Skills (Level 1) from the Justice Institute of B.C. or possess similar or greater training or experience (e.g.: Police, Sheriff, Corrections, Border Services, Conservation, Insurance Investigator etc.).
- experience managing persons who are emotional, uncooperative, abusive, disordered, intoxicated, violent.
- ability to operate gasoline-powered equipment safely and efficiently.

**EMPLOYMENT DETAILS**

This position involves all aspects of Animal Control and occasional assistance in the daily operation of the Pound and Adoption Centre.

Animal Control is specialized bylaw enforcement and largely is a low-level policing function. Approximately 95% of the work involves interacting with people and documenting those interactions; 5% of the work involves capturing and handling animals: dangerous animals, sick & injured animals, diseased and dead animals.

Officers work to maintain community standards by:

- investigating public complaints
- patrolling public places to identify violations & make contact with the violator
- educating animal-owners about their responsibilities
- using discretion and taking action to bring about compliance

Animal Control is a 7-day a week operation including most Statutory Holidays. Officers usually work 35 hours per week in a set 5-day schedule but variations will occur to satisfy operational needs.

During spring and summer months Officers are occasionally required to start early (6:30 a.m.) or work late (9 p.m.).

Officers are required to work Overtime whenever requested to do so and to be On-Call (usually a week at a time). When "On-Call," the Officer must accept the personal limitations of being On-Call and respond to call-outs at anytime of the day or night.

Start Date: Immediately

Probation Period: 6 months

Wages: $41.30/hr + 4% vacation pay

**MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS / ABILITIES**
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
- Valid B.C. Driver’s Licence (no more than 3 points)
- Clear criminal record
- Bylaw Enforcement and Investigative Skills Level 1 from the Justice Institute of B.C. or possess similar or greater training or experience (e.g.: Reserve/Auxiliary Constable, Loss Prevention Officer, Youth Detention/Corrections Officer, Bylaw Officer, Cruelty Investigator, etc.).
- Highly effective verbal communication skills (required for frequent public contact)
- Must work independently and within a team environment
- Ability to work under very high-stress situations
- Ability to keep accurate notes and write detailed reports
- Ability to interpret regulations and carry out enforcement tasks
- A good understanding of investigation principals and prosecution procedures
- A capacity for critical analysis of evolving situations
- Not be intimidated by dogs or other animals
- No incapacitating allergies to animals or environmental conditions
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, after hours, Statutory Holidays
- Strong computer skills (MS Office)
- Familiar with WCB regulations and practices

Officers are frequently exposed to vicious cats & dogs; occasionally exposed to snakes; large spiders; reptiles; rodents; bats; farm animals; birds; insects. Officers must handle deceased and decayed animals; sick and injured animals; abused and neglected animals.

**DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / ABILITIES**
- Post-secondary Diploma or Degree
- Courses in: Mediation; Conflict Resolution; Tactical Communication; Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Experience handling: dogs; cats; rodents; reptiles; snakes; birds; farm animals
- Experience writing professional reports
- Knowledge of: Section 49 of the Community Charter; Criminal Code of Canada; Prevention of Cruelty to Animals A


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