Education and Experience:
Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of related experience caring for animals, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess and maintain a Euthanasia certification.
Special Requirements:
None.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Knowledge of local government operations, Animal Control related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
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Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
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Skill in the use of equipment related to the essential functions of the job.
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Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
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Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
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Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
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Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
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Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
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Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
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Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.
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Ability to operate a copying machine.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require standing for extended periods of time. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, heights, confined spaces, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, disease, or rude/irate customers. The noise level in the work environment may be at times moderate to loud.
Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.