Job description

Annual Salary: $53,705.60 - $69,742.40

Position Information:

Under general supervision, enforces applicable County ordinances and State laws governing the care, control, licensing, impoundment and euthanasia of animals; and performs related work as required.

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in Regional Animal Services. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/Careers/jobspecs.php

Minimum Qualifications:

One year as an Animal Services Assistant; OR two years of full-time experience in the care and handling of animals in a professional work environment, including interviewing the public, assessing, and evaluating information for appropriate course of action; OR two years of full-time experience in enforcement of local, state, or federal codes/laws; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. Four years of full-time active duty in the military may be substituted for required law enforcement experience.

License Or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid certification as a euthanasia technician is required within one year of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid pharmacy certificate is required within one year of appointment.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Enjoy working with the public.
• Have the ability to handle small and large animals.
• Possess strong multitasking abilities.
• Have the ability to be a team player and be flexible and supportive to the mission.
• Exhibit critical thinking skills.
• Have the ability to manage conflict while remaining calm and focused.
• Have knowledge of animal species, breeds, and related behaviors.
• Demonstrate commitment to public services and value exceptional customer service.
• Have outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Have the ability to be collaborative, hard-working, and detail-oriented while still being able to see the big picture.

For more information regarding the exam and other important information regarding this recruitment, please review the complete job announcement by visiting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washoecounty appointment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,705.60 - $69,742.40 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

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