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City of Jacksonville Animal Care Assistant in Jacksonville, Florida
Animal Care Assistant
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Animal Care Assistant
Salary
$30,395.67 Annually
Location
Jacksonville, FL
Job Type
Civil Service
Job Number
2024-05939
Department
NEIGHBORHOODS
Opening Date
06/10/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
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Job Description
Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!
Animal Care and Protective Services is actively seeking one (1) Animal Care Assistant.
Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.
This is service maintenance work in maintenance of kennel facilities; care and feeding of sheltered animals; and performance of related clerical and customer support work. Work requires knowledge of standardized work routines and procedures used in the care of animals and maintenance of kennel facilities. The work schedule involves some weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts. Contacts with others require skills in understanding and influencing people and are important in providing services. Skills of persuasiveness, assertiveness, and sensitivity to others’ point of view are often required to influence behavior, change an opinion, or turn a situation around. Work is performed following established routines, standing instructions, and established procedures. The work is patterned involving similar situations and generally requiring only the choice of the correct procedure. Work is performed in an animal shelter environment, where there are some risks and hazards due to the handling of vicious, ill, infectious, and rabid animals, and exposure to offensive odors, chemicals, and other airborne nuisances but the hazards are known, somewhat predictable and mostly controllable. Work is also in a field involving the removal and transportation of dead animals where the hazards are known, somewhat predictable and mostly controllable. Operates standard office equipment such as a personal computer, two-way radio, euthanasia equipment, and animal restraint equipment. Operates a motor vehicle. The physical demands consist mainly of standing, walking, sitting and sometimes lifting objects weighing more than fifty (50) pounds. The work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are subject to instructions and established work routines, and the worker is given latitude to rearrange the sequence based on changing work situations, or workflow.
Examples of Work
Trains and guides new coworkers.
Cleans and disinfects animal runs, kennels, cages, receiving areas and holding areas to ensure the health and well-being of the animal population.
Feeds and cares for animals in shelter provides daily enrichment and monitors and reports illness and stress related behavior concerns following the Fear Free Shelters training program.
Performs euthanasia as taught by the FACA (Florida Animal Control Association) approved class and in compliance with the ACPS euthanasia protocol.
Facilitates animal interactions with potential adopters and answers questions regarding animal personality and history to ensure that pets are matched with compatible adopters.
Maintains inventory of food, cleaning, and care supplies.
Retrieves and places animals in appropriate areas for holding period, redemptions, medical examinations, shots, etc.
Transports animals to offsite locations.
Responds to MYJAX issues regarding removing dead animals.
Enters and retrieves data on animals housed at facility using personal computer.
Provides customer assistance and information concerning animals and adoption policies.
Reports to work location during emergency circumstances such as actual and anticipated natural and man-made disasters.
Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database, and other related software, two-way radio, euthanasia equipment and animal restraint equipment.
Operates a motor vehicle.
Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of standardized work routines and procedures used in the care of animals and maintenance of kennel facilities Knowledge of City’s Customer Service Policy.
Ability to handle or restrain large and sometimes dangerous animals.
Ability to respond to and resolve complaints relating to animal care issues.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports using a computer.
Ability to compute arithmetic calculations of whole numbers and decimals.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Ability to transport deceased animals to offsite locations.
Ability to perform euthanasia as taught by the FACA (Florida Animal Control Association) approved class and in compliance with the ACPS euthanasia protocol.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database, and other related software, two-way radio, euthanasia equipment, and animal restraint equipment.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information
- Ability to read and write English.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Euthanasia Technician Certification to be obtained during probation period and must be maintained throughout employment is required.
A valid driver's license is required and must be maintained.
City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification is required and must be maintained.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The probationary period for this class is six (6) months.
This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).
ACPS is part of the City of Jacksonville's emergency response operations. When pet friendly emergency shelters are open, all full-time employees are required to report and carry out duties as assigned for the duration of the emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.
A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.coj.net . Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.
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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference.
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K
Largo, FL 33778-1630
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us
The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer.
www.coj.net/benefits
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
Yes
No
02
Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?
Yes
No
03
The budgeted annual salary for this position is $30,395.67. This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this salary? (Civil Service positions have a 5% increase after successfully completing probation.)
Yes
No
04
This position is located in an office and is not a remote location.
I have read and understand the above statement.
05
Do you understand this classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401)?
Yes, I have read and understand the statement above.
No
06
Euthanasia Technician Certification is required to be obtained during the probation period and must be maintained throughout employment. Are you willing to obtain this certification?
Yes, I am willing to obtain this certification.
I currently possess a valid Euthanasia Technician certification.
None of the above.
07
ACPS is part of the City of Jacksonville's emergency response operations. When pet friendly emergency shelters are open, all full-time employees are required to report and carry out duties as assigned for the duration of the emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice. Are you able to work during the duration of the emergency?
Yes
No
08
Do you have the ability to speak, read and write English?
Yes
No
09
This position requires a rotating schedule. A portion of the schedule may involve working evenings, weekends, and holidays. Are you able to commit to this type of schedule?
I am able to work this type of schedule.
I am able to work evenings and weekends only.
I am able to work Monday - Friday only.
None of the above.
10
Do you understand that you will be required to safely and humanely lift, handle, or restrain animals, including injured, fractious and non-socialized animals, weighing 50 pounds or more which may be of an unpredictable, potentially dangerous nature?
Yes, I am able to lift 50 pounds or more.
I am able to lift up to 45 pounds.
I am able to lift up to 30 pounds
I am able to lift up to 20 pounds.
None of the above.
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Do you understand the physical demands consist mainly of sitting, standing, walking, transporting animals, and lifting and controlling animals and/or objects weighing 50 pounds or more?
Yes
No
12
Do you understand this position cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, animal runs, receiving areas and holding areas?
Yes
No
13
Do you understand the work is performed in an animal shelter environment, where there are some risks and hazards due to the handling of vicious, ill, infectious, and rabid animals, and exposure to offensive odors, chemicals, and other airborne nuisances?
Yes
No
14
Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.
FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class E Driver License
GA Standard Driver's License
GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
License from another State.
Learner Permit
My license is currently invalid.
I do not possess any type of Driver's License.
15
If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions?
C or 1 - Business Purpose Only
D or H - Employment Purposes
P or 2 – Probation Interlock Device
S or I – Other Restriction
Two or more of these restrictions.
I have an out of state license.
None of the above.
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Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date?
Yes
No
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Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date?
Yes
No
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Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date?
Yes
No
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I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request.
Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license.
No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license.
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Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
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If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference
Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.
No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.
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City of Jacksonville
Address
117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202
Website
http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services.aspx
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