Animal Control Officer - Broken Arrow

Listing Title:
Animal Control Officer

Listing Description
***Work Schedule: Tue -Sat (Tue-Fri 10-6) (Sat 8-4)

Under general supervision, provides enforcement of animal control ordinances and the management of the animal shelter.

*This position performs duties deemed to be “safety-sensitive" and is therefore subjected to random drug testing under the City’s policies* 


Essential Job Functions:

Responds to animal bite reports; records victim information; transports animal to shelter.

Responds to wild or stray animal reports; captures and transports animals to shelter.

Responds to complaints and questions from the general public.

Assists citizens with setting traps for wild animals; transfers animals from traps to carriers.

Euthanizes animals.

Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment.

Assists Police Officer on calls involving animals.

Patrols the city; captures stray animals for transport to shelter.

Investigates reports of animal cruelty; issues citations and removes animals as appropriate.

Investigates barking dog complaints.

Assists the public in the adoption of animals; assists owners in locating pets at shelter.

Verifies sick animals see the Veterinarian and administers medications prescribed.

Administer vaccinations to new intake animals.

Collects shelter donations.

Cleans and maintains the animal shelter.

Quarantines animals as necessary.

Feeds and waters animals.

Responds to after-hours calls.

Performs other duties as assigned.


Minimum Education and Experience:

Requires a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by one to two years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. 

Possession of National Animal Control Association Certification and Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Certification preferred.

(Job) Location:
220 S. 1st Street

Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
http://www.brokenarrowok.gov/jobs

Contact Information -

Company/Municipality Name:
City of Broken Arrow

Street Address
220 S. 1st Street

City
Broken Arrow

State
Oklahoma

Zip Code
74012

Phone Number
9182592400

Contact Job Title:
HR Specialist

First Name
Denise

Last Name
Sarey

Email Address
dsarey@brokenarrowok.gov

Listing Expiration Date:
12/03/2024