PLEASE NOTE

The position includes working up to two weekends a month. Standby for on call after-hours is required for up to 3 days a week.
Due to the on-call portion, preference will be given to those who reside in Chatham-Kent.
This position requires substantial interaction with the public in an enforcement capacity, which will require conflict resolution skills.
This is a 6-month term position, with the potential for extension based on performance and organizational needs

JOB SUMMARY

The Animal Control Officer (ACO) will perform investigative and regulatory work, patrolling Chatham-Kent and enforcing Municipal by-laws and regulations related to animals. Under general supervisions, ACO will investigate complaints regarding animal related by-law violations, catch and transport stray animals, issue warnings and fines, and perform related clerical work.

Experience:

• Law enforcement: 1 year (preferred

• Enforce animal control by-laws, D.O.L.A. and licensing regulations.
• Investigate and resolve complaints related to animals.
• Investigate biting incidents and gather information.
• Take animal cruelty complaints, gather information then forward to cruelty inspectors.
• Receive calls from the public and determine nature of complaints or infraction; use critical thinking skills to determine the appropriate action; follow up with the public and discuss incidents with the affected parties.
• Document all pertinent information and complete appropriate forms in relation to complaints, infractions, investigations and licensing matters.
• Respond to emergency calls on 24hr basis (split duty with other officers).
• Assist in all aspects of animal centre work, including care and feeding, kennel housekeeping as needed.
• Attend court and provide testimony.
• Issue warning notices, notices of contravention, offence notices, orders, court orders and request warrants as required, follow up to ensure compliance.
• Drive an animal control vehicle and conduct routine patrols of assigned areas.
• Perform routine clerical work.
• Participate in education programs in schools and community organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support animal shelter needs.
  Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
  Contract length: 6 months
  Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 40 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chatham-Kent, ON N7M 3W4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Law enforcement: 1 year (preferred)

Location:

• Chatham-Kent, ON N7M 3W4 (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-07-2