City of Boston

Animal Control Officer

City of Boston  •  Boston, MA (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

This is a provisional appointment.

Under the general direction of the Director of Animal Control, removes any dog or other animal that is injured, maimed, or diseased.

Responsibilities

  • Enforces all Animal Control Laws as defined in Massachusetts General Laws and all City of Boston Ordinances related to Animal Control and their provisions providing for public safety and the well-being of animals.
  • Performs quarantine inspections in places where animals are housed, sold, or used for any purpose, and inspects homes for quarantine suitability. Serves and delivers notices of quarantine.
  • Makes and prepares complaints against owners of dogs not properly licensed and collared.
  • Picks up stray and unlicensed dogs and other animals.
  • Keeps records of the number of animals removed, their owners, the number of complaints, and other information required by law.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

  • At least one (1) year of animal control or related experience or certification as an Animal Control Officer is strongly preferred.
  • One (1) year of experience in the review of citizen complaints of violations of Municipal Law is preferred.
  • Good knowledge of rules and regulations, of laws to process complaints, interpret, and apply pertaining laws, ordinances, and rules.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
  • Must have and maintain a Massachusetts driver's license.

CORI CHECK REQUIRED

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/RA-14A

Hours per week: 35

City of Boston

About City of Boston

Public service is a noble calling: to help others, to make our communities stronger, and to uphold the public trust.

As city employees, we see the results of our hard work in our own community— in street and infrastructure improvements, new buildings rising from the ground, safer and more prosperous neighborhoods, and happier, healthier children, families, and senior citizens.

We may all come from different backgrounds, but we are connected through our passion for service.

What we do at work today, and everyday, shapes the Boston of tomorrow.

Join us!

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The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. Therefore, qualified applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
boston.gov
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