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DEPARTMENT: Animal ControlENTRY SALARY:$18.11 per hour, plus benefitsJOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the enforcement of animal control ordinances and for the impounding and care of animals. Patrols county to enforce animal control ordinances; issues warnings and citations to owners for violations; picks up and transports animals; assists sick and injured domestic and wild animals. Investigates cases involving animal cruelty, abuse, or neglect; investigates animal nuisance cases; collects and submits evidence; takes appropriate action; prepares required reports; testifies in court. Responds to reports of animal bites; quarantines animals for rabies observation. Snares and transports animals; medicates animals for the purpose of immobilization; cages or secures animals in vehicle; supplies food, water and care to detained animals; notifies owners of impounded animals. Participates in the operations of the animal shelter; cares for and feeds animals; purchases supplies and equipment necessary for shelter operations; assists in cleaning and maintaining facilities and grounds. Performs euthanasia. Maintains all required training, certificates and licenses. Inspects and maintains the cleanliness of animal control vehicles; washes and cleans cage areas to prevent the spread of odor and disease; schedules and transports shelter fleet vehicles for maintenance and repair. Responds to after-hours emergencies. Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance; researches and resolves problems. Performs related duties. This position will require weekends.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid drivers license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: UNTIL FILLEDREPLY TO: Walton County Human Resources 137 E. Washington Street Monroe, GA 30655