Animal Care Services Officer I

Bernalillo County Detention Center

Albuquerque, NM, United States
Probationary rate of $27.49; union rate of $28.05;...
Fully remote
Enforce animal laws and ordinances
Respond to animal complaints
Investigate animal cruelty
Animal Care Services Officer I enforces Bernalillo County ordinances and laws relating to animal care, responding to complaints and performing field services

Job Summary

  • Animal Care Services Officer I enforces Bernalillo County ordinances and laws relating to animal care, responding to complaints and performing field services.
  • Responsibilities include investigating animal neglect and cruelty, impounding animals, and working with law enforcement and public service agencies.
  • Bernalillo County offers generous leave, career development, health benefits, and a lucrative retirement plan, fostering a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging.

Matching Summary

Animal Care Services Officer I enforces Bernalillo County ordinances and laws relating to animal care, responding to complaints and performing field services.

Salary

Probationary Rate of $27.49; Union Rate of $28.05; Benefits: Generous leave accruals, career development, health benefits, lucrative retirement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enforce animal laws and ordinances
  • Respond to animal complaints
  • Investigate animal cruelty
  • Impound sick or aggressive animals
  • Communicate via radio and cell phone
  • Work outdoors in extreme conditions
  • Lift large animals up to 48 inches

Nice-to-have

  • Focus on work-life balance
  • Culture of flexibility and belonging
  • Career development opportunities
  • Teamwork for community benefit

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • One year experience in animal care, livestock, domestic/wild animals, or law enforcement
  • Valid New Mexico driver's license
  • NACA ACO I certification or equivalent within 15 months
  • Must pass background check and drug testing
  • Must be able to work weekends, holidays, on call

Work Rights

Not specified

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