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Animal Control Officer

Recruitment #16-423130-01

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Introduction

To Protect and Serve the Community!

 

The Sheriff’s office is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all persons within Solano County.  Through comprehensive community, intergovernmental and employee partnerships, we will provide effective law enforcement; safe, humane, secure jails, and security for the Courts.  We are committed to provide professional community oriented service incorporating problem solving strategies to ensure the quality of life set forth in our constitution.  

 

The values of the Sheriff’s Office are to bring:

Integrity – An honest application of ethical standards in all situations.
Trust – A confidence that expectations will be met.
Respect – To be considerate of everyone’s individuality and attributes. To value their contribution.
Teamwork – Working together to achieve a common goal.
Communication – To create and maintain an effective environment supporting an open exchange 
of ideas and information. 

To learn more about the Sheriff's Office please visit: 
http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/sheriff/default.asp

To learn more about the Animal Care Division please visit:
http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/sheriff/animalcare/gi.asp

The Position

Animal Control Officers ensure compliance with State and local codes and regulations that govern the control of livestock and domestic animals, and participate in the county-wide rabies control program.

This is the entry/journey level class requiring limited time on the job before an incumbent is capable of functioning at the full journey level. Incumbent initially works under immediate supervision, progressing to independent supervision as the incumbent becomes able to independently perform the full range of duties associated with this class.

This recruitment is intended to fill Full-Time and Extra-Help positions.  Extra-help employees do not receive or accrue benefits, do not have rights to a regular position or continued employment and are excluded from civil service.  The hours worked may be part-time or full-time, but they cannot work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year.

 

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.  

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Experience: Six months work experience in the care and/or control of animals in an animal control/care agency, a Humane Society, a veterinary clinic, a shelter and/or equivalent animal care facility.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required.

Successful completion of the training course specified in Section 832 of the Penal Code pertaining to arrests, search and seizure laws and the use of firearms, is required within the first six months of appointment.

To review the complete class specification (job description), please visit: 
https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=19393

BENEFITS

Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage for the 2016 calendar year is $1,455.62 per month. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage.

Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.    

Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.    

Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years.

Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.  

The County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year.    

Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years.

To review the benefits for a regular position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16512

Extra-help employees do not receive or accrue benefits, do not have rights to a regular position or continued employment and are excluded from civil service.  The hours worked may be part-time or full-time, but they cannot work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year.

 

Selection Process

Based on the information provided in the application documents and answers to the supplemental questions, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.  

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.       

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.    

How to Apply

Please visit the County of Solano website, http://jobsatsolanocounty.com to apply. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g. DD-214, ADA Accommodation, copies of diploma and/or transcripts, license, certificates) must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Human Resources’ office and are due by the final filing date.

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma, DD214, and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.

Document Submittal Requirements

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA  94533, or by fax to (707) 784-3424 or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com.  When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Animal Control Officer) and the recruitment number (16-423130-01).  When submitting documents via email, include the recruitment title and number in the subject field. 

Supplemental Questionnaire

This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and whether they will continue in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely.  Omitted information will not be considered or assumed.  Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.

Although your answers to the supplemental questions will assist in evaluating your application, the answers to the supplemental questions do not replace your work experience in your application. Please note your responses to these questions should be reflected in your application's work experience.

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Some positions may require bilingual Spanish skills. Applicants who indicate bilingual skills on their application may be required to demonstrate proficiency in speaking, reading and writing Spanish.

Are you proficient in speaking, reading and writing Spanish?                    
Yes  No 
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Do you have a valid Class C Driver's License?
Yes  No 

Supplemental Information

  • Candidates for positions within this class are required to take and successfully pass a psychological examination prior to appointment.
  • Employees must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccination within three months of appointment.
  • Independent travel will be required.
  • Rotational standby duty is required.
  • Incumbents are expected to be able to work weekends and/or holidays.
  • Some positions in this class may require bilingual skills.
  • Employees may be required to demonstrate skill and ability to follow precise procedures in animal dissection.

Selection Plan

02/18/2016 Deadline to submit application and any required documentation
03/07/2016 Tentative week for Oral Board interviews

Veterans Preference Points

To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date. Applicants who have a service connected disability must submit  a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. 

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans With Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://webstartadmin/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=6664. 

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

Solano County

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Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.

 Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

County Population (January 2012): 413,786

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  

SOLANO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER