Animal Care and Control Officer -3 (Licensed: Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician-CAET)

What You'll Do

• Serve as the lead Animal Control Officer by training, coaching, and scheduling Animal Control Officers 1 and 2.
• Patrol and Respond: Patrol assigned areas in Nashville-Davidson County, respond to calls for assistance, and rescue 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 or ill animals to shelters and veterinarians, perform field euthanasia when necessary, and ensure humane treatment of all animals.
• Community Engagement: Educate the public on animal control safety and health issues, and participate in outreach and liaison programs.
• Documentation and Legal Support: Prepare investigative reports and legal documents, and testify in court as needed.

Why You'll Love This Job

• 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 in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Professional Growth: Face challenging situations, initiate projects to improve workflow efficiency, and develop your skills in animal care and control.

Requirements

• Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET)
• Must hold or obtain CAET certification within six months of hire.
• Tennessee state regulations prohibit anyone with a criminal conviction of any kind from obtaining CAET certification.

Driver's License and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid Class D driver's license, access to a personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee law.

Pre-Exposure Rabies Vaccinations

• Must receive vaccinations before starting field duties.

Required Skills and Certifications

• Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET)
• Valid Class D driver's license
• Pre-exposure rabies vaccinations
• Animal Handling: Proficient in the safe and humane handling of animals
• Law Enforcement: Knowledge of animal control laws and ability to enforce them
• Emergency Response: Ability to manage animal-related emergencies and provide first aid
• Customer Service: Strong communication and interpersonal skills for public interaction

Key Qualities

• Empathy and Compassion: A genuine love for animals and a commitment to treating them with care and respect.
• Strong Communication Skills: Able to communicate effectively with the public, colleagues, and partner agencies.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Quick thinker with the ability to handle challenging situations involving animals.
• Physical Capability: Able to meet the physical demands of capturing, restraining, and transporting animals.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• The perfect candidate is a compassionate, skilled, and experienced professional with 5 to 7 years of experience in animal care and/or law enforcement.