Officer, Animal Control (on Call)
Caledon, ON, Canada
Job Description
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The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Municipal Law Enforcement, this role is responsible for providing on-call emergency response to animal control calls received through the Call Centre. As the After-Hours Animal Control Officer, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:- Respond to and investigate complaints and inquiries concerning domestic and wild animals, birds and reptiles
- Attend, investigate and document all dog bites under the Animal Control By-Law and report to the Health Department and OPP as required
- Provide humane and skilled capture, handling and restraint of wild animals (on public lands) and domestic animals including sick, injured and aggressive animals, in the community and transport to either a veterinarian clinic, wildlife center or Caledon animal shelter.
- Investigate and document Livestock Claims
The ideal candidate has the ability to recognize and deal effectively with a diversity of animals, problems and behaviours. The ideal candidate will be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills. We are seeking an individual with the ability to exercise significant discretion and sensitivity, use sound judgement and stay objective and calm when facilitating discussions, especially in conflict situations.
This position offers a starting pay rate of $33.09 per hour.
Satisfactory passing of a vulnerable sector check, and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.
The Town is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If your application requires accommodation, please contact People Services at (905) 584-2272 Ext. 4738.
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Job IdJD2138425
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationCaledon, ON, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned