Animal Care and Control Officer Job at Jamie Grayem, Nashville, TN

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  • Jamie Grayem
  • Nashville, TN

Job Description

Animal Care and Control Officer
Nashville, TN
$25/hr + Full Benefits

Are you passionate about animal welfare and looking for a rewarding career? We have an exciting opportunity for you to make a difference in the lives of animals and the community. As an Animal Care and Control Officer 3, you'll be at the forefront of animal rescue and protection in Nashville/Davidson County.

  • Patrol and Respond: Patrol assigned areas in Nashville-Davidson County, responding to calls for assistance and rescuing animals in need.
  • Investigate and Enforce: Investigate allegations of animal cruelty, apprehend stray animals, and enforce local and state animal control laws.
  • Rescue and Care: Transport injured and ill animals to shelters and veterinarians, perform field euthanasia when necessary, and ensure humane treatment of all animals.
  • Community Engagement: Address groups on animal control safety and health issues, and participate in outreach and liaison programs.
  • Documentation and Legal Support: Prepare investigative reports, legal documents, and testify in court as needed.
  • Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact the welfare of animals and the safety of the community.
  • Team Environment: Collaborate with shelter managers and staff, fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
  • Professional Growth: Take on challenging situations, initiate projects to improve workflow efficiency, and develop your skills in animal care and control.
  • Compassionate Attitude: Promote a caring attitude toward all animals, treating them humanely and with compassion at all times.
  • Knowledgeable: Demonstrate knowledge of basic animal care standards, safe handling procedures, and proper use of equipment.
  • Reliable: Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is a must.

Qualifications:

  • Must be a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET), or obtain certification within six months of hire. NOTICE: State regulations prohibit anyone with a criminal conviction of any kind from obtaining CAET.
  • Valid class "D" driver's license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.
  • Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Must be a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET), or obtain certification within six months
  • Valid class "D" driver's license
  • Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations
  • Animal Handling: Proficiency in safely and humanely managing, restraining, and caring for animals.
  • Law Enforcement: Familiarity with animal control laws and ordinances, and ability to enforce them.
  • Emergency Response: Skills to respond to emergency situations with animals, including first aid.
  • Customer Service: Strong communication skills to interact with the public, handle complaints, etc.

The perfect Animal Care and Control Officer candidate is a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated individual who excels in both animal care and law enforcement with 5 to 7 years of experience.

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