Animal Control Officer

Animal Control Officer

Loudoun County Animal Care and Control is seeking qualified applicants for Animal Control Officer. Must demonstrate ability to successfully work in a team orientated work environment. Successful candidate will provide excellent animal control services to the community. Work shifts include early mornings, days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Duties include handling/lifting large, potentially dangerous animals weighing over 100 pounds High school diploma and 4 years of related experience are required. Associates Degree in Applied Science, Animal Health Technology and minimum of two years experience in care and control of animals preferred. Must possess a valid driver's license. Animal Control may be a physically demanding occupation, with potential for exposure to infectious diseases, viruses, noxious fumes, chemicals, and risk of injury. A rabies pre-exposure vaccination series will commence immediately upon hire unless proof of prior vaccination is provided. Candidate will become a sworn Animal Control Officer , and complete state mandated animal control training. Must obtain certification in chemical immobilization and euthanasia within six months of employment. Candidate will be required to obtain certifications in CPR, First Aid, Incident Command System 100 & 200, and qualifications to use authorized firearms. Candidate will undergo a criminal background check and medical examination including a drug screening. (Hiring Range: $34,152-$46,959) #10T207-030 Closes: 8/17'2009. Visit our on-line employment center at www.loudoun.gov for additional information and to apply. EOE.