Under the Supervision of the Humane & Animal Control Manager, the Investigator maintains public safety by enforcing animal licensing laws and humane care regulations. They respond to reported calls of animal abuse and neglect and are responsible for patrolling public areas looking for potential signs of distressed animals. Investigators work directly with members of the public and law enforcement concerning animal welfare and public safety issues.
Essential Duties:
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Provides prompt and courteous response to requests for animal control services.
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Ensures proper methods of safely handling and restraining of domestic and wild animals.
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Educates the public regarding the importance of humane treatment for all animals.
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Investigates complaints of cruelty and neglect; documents all activities relating to investigations.
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Responds to emergencies and transports injured, sick, and aggressive animals.
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Performs euthanasia when necessary.
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Enforces rabies control through quarantine procedures.
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Issues citations to enforce animal control and cruelty laws.
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Maintains a daily log and monthly statistic sheet documenting his/her activities.
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Maintains animal control vehicle and equipment.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements:
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Basic knowledge of physical and behavioral characteristics of various animal breeds, including, but not limited to, dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, animal care, feeding and handling, and common disease symptoms in domestic animals.
- Humane attitude towards animals.
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Must be able to effectively restrain dogs more than 100lbs.
- High School diploma or equivalent qualification.
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Must be at least eighteen years of age.
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Supports and represents IVHS & SPCA core values, programs, policies, and procedures.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Resides within a 15-to-20-mile radius of Pomona, CA.
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Experience in work involving the care of animals and working with the public.
Schedule:
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Works a schedule that includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
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May work an on-call shift per week depending on the needs of the department.
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Overtime as necessary.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
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Work is performed in a setting within an animal shelter facility. Regular exposure to animal shelter conditions including odors, airborne particles, and animal fur/dander.
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Occasional running to safely secure loose animals.
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Must be able to:
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Routinely lift 50 pounds and perform strenuous daily activities including, but not limited to lifting, carrying, reaching, stooping, squatting, cleaning, and bending.
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Work at a computer for extended periods of time with repetitive typing, sitting, arm, and hand motion.
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Work indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
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Exposure to dogs, cats, and other animals of all sizes, temperaments, and medical status.
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Regular movement about the campus and in communities to coordinate work.
Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. Core Values:
Pawsitive-Embracing optimism at all times with animals, ourselves, each other, and our community.
Innovative- Leading the change our communities need with commitment to our mission.
Collaborative- Synergy and cooperation with partners and stakeholders to improve lifesaving.
Kindness- Meeting everyone with compassion and respect.
Supplemental Information:
Only those candidates whose applications and resumes most clearly demonstrate the job-related experience, education, and training sought by Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. shall be selected to move forward in the recruitment process. Placement in the position shall be contingent upon the successful completion of a written test with a minimum score of 80%, reference check, prior employment check, Live Scan, and pre-employment medical exam including a drug test.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.