HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 99-113C N.C.S. 05/17/1999 1 Resolution No. 99-113C N.C.S.
of the City of Petaluma, California
2 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN
3 TO ESTABLISH THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION
4 SENIOR A1~iI1VIAL C®IVTR®L ®FFICER
5 DESIGNATED TO UNIT 11, (ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES)
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s BE IT .RESOLVED that the Classification Plan and Compensation .Plan, as
y originally adopted pursuant to Resolution No. 90-209 N.C.S., and the classification titles and -
lo specifications as adopted by Resolution No. 90-147 N.C.S., are hereby amended by
11 establishing the classification of Senior Animal Control Officer; (as attached hereto and
12 marked Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof
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14 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this action is taken pursuant to Personnel
is Code 2.04.020 and. Personnel Rules and Regulations (Rule IV, Section S) for classifications
16 included in the Competitive Service of the Personnel System, that the notice of this action has
17 been properly posted and that the City Manager recommends this action.
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19 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Resolution No. 90-147
20 N.C.S. , as amended, is hereby amended to include establishment of the classification of Senior
21 Animal Control Officer and assigning this classification to Unit 11 (Animal Control Services),
22 effective May 17, 1999 with a salary range of $12.00 to $14.58 per hour.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City. •
REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by th ved as to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a (Regular) (3~Y~Q14tp[@~XQ$~~Gtil~ meeting
on the 1.7.th----••------._.. day of .............~I.ay.---........_._......................., 19_..9., by the
following vote: -
!ty Attor y
AYES: Healy, Torliatt, Cader-Thompson, Hamilton, Maguire, Vice Mayor Keller, Mayor Thompson
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ATTES'T' : - - .
oePU1Y City Clerk Mayor
Council File
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C~'I'Y OF PE'TALiJ1VIA
SENIOR ANIMAL CON'I'R®L. OFFICER
Department:: Animal Services
Reports to: Animal ,Services. Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
THE POSITION
Senior Animal Control Officer is the journey level classification in the Animal Services
Division. Under direction of the .Animal Services Manager, this position is responsible for the
enforcement of local and .state laws governing the licensing,. impounding, treatment, and disposal
of animals; assist the. public in locating and handling` of animals; investigates complaints";,patrols
.assigned areas; and performs other ;duties as assigned. Supervises the Animal. Control':Officer
classification.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSI-BILITIES .
Field Duties
The Senior Animal Control Officer" acts as a team leader; patrols the streets 'in a motor vehicle
designed for transporting animals; investigates complaints relating to animal nuisances `or dog
bites and. endeavors to locate such arirnals. Issues citations .for failure; to comply with ordinances
and make .citizens arrests when appropriate. Captures and: disposes of suspected rabid and/or
unrestrained vicious animals. Retrieves sick or dead animals from public and private property;
transport animals to designated .shelters. Investigates' reports of neglect and cruelty to animals.
Enforces City and State hunting and fishing codes; cleans equipment and maintains animal „
cages. ,Respondsao and provides proper disposition to cases regarding livestock; and -may testify
in court regarding. citations and .disposition of complaints.
Administrative Functions
Answer incoming telephone calls regarding animal control matters and assist callers with
appropriate service information or referral. Explain ordinances and procedures to the public.
Write complete accurate reports, enter data, retrieve information and generate reports using. a
personal computer. 1Vlaintain files and records. Promote a positive- -and effective working
relationship, with the .public, City departments, divisions, and elected officials, as well as other
agencies. '
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Senior Animal Control Officer is responsible for the overall. direction and training of the Animal
Control Officers. Responsibilities include appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining
employees;. addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
To` perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform. each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,. skill, and/or
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ability .required. Reasonable. accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Three years of experience as an Animal Control Officer is required, and education to
successfully perform the duties of the Senior Animal Control Officer. Atypical way of
obtaining the required qualifications is .graduate from. high- school or equivalent. Relevant course
work or training in animal health, animal behavior and/or control is desirable and may substitute
for up to six months of the experience requirement.
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES
Must posses a valid California Class C Driver's License and. a satisfactory driving record. Must
Possess a California State Arrest and Firearms Certificate. A Certification in administering
euthanasia is required within 12 months of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions. of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing; walking; reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling,
bending, squatting and stooping in the performance _of daily activities. The position also requires
grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and
data, using a computer keyboard. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100
pounds. Specific vision abilities, required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing is required when
providing phone and counter service. The incumbent is frequently around animals that are
agitated or injured that may attempt to bite or scratch.
Must be able to successfully pass a medical: examination.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reso. 99-113-C NCS