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Sergeant of Field Services Jobs in Riverside County, CA at County of Riverside
Title: Sergeant of Field Services
Company: County of Riverside
Location: Riverside County, CA
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
About The Position
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services is seeking to fill two Sergeant of Field Services vacancies, with one assignment being located in Jurupa Valley and one in San Jacinto.
The Sergeant of Field Services performs the more difficult or complex animal control functions and serves as a lead person for one or more Animal Control & License Officers in the Department of Animal Services (DAS). In addition to performing animal control and licensing duties, the Sergeant of Field Services will make presentations at schools and to community groups on animal care and handling.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience enforcing animal regulations, laws, and ordinances; responding to public inquiries regarding animal age, breed, characteristics, care, and treatment; and advising the public on applicable legal rights and responsibilities. Bilingual skills are desirable, but not required.
Competitive Candidates Will Possess
- Leadership or supervisory experience in an animal control or related enforcement environment.
- Advanced field experience in animal control operations, including response to high-risk and complex incidents.
- Strong communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to prepare clear and accurate investigative documentation.
- Experience working within a law enforcement or multi-agency environment, with demonstrated knowledge of enforcement protocols and procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and PowerPoint, with the ability to develop professional reports and presentations.
- Experience using DocuPet or Chameleon software applications.
Note: The Sergeant of Field Services may be assigned to any shift and required to be available on on-call basis. If called back, employees will be compensated in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
The Sergeant of Field Services is the lead level classification in the Animal Control & License Officer series and typically reports to a Lieutenant of Field Services. Incumbents exercise a high degree of independent judgment, provide oversight to subordinate staff and perform the most complex assignments that require extensive knowledge and proficiency.
The Sergeant of Field Services is distinguished from the Lieutenant of Field Services in that the latter is a first line supervisor charged with the full range of supervisory duties. Advancement to the next level is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment.
Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services has a vision for promoting an environment of responsible pet ownership through progressive animal welfare initiatives, community outreach, and humane education in a culture of compassion, creativity, and integrity. The Department of Animal Services believes the character of their organization is best reflected in the strong dedication of each one of their employees who strive to meet the highest standards of performance and compassion on behalf of the animals and people that they serve. The Department of Animal Services operates four shelters located in Blythe, Jurupa Valley, San Jacinto and Thousand Palms.
Examples Of Essential Duties
- Oversee Animal Control & License Officers and related DAS staff on an on-going basis; assign daily work assignments and review their work and performance and report problems to the Lieutenant; begin preliminary investigation regarding employee disciplinary issues; initiate and process Workers Compensation forms for reported injured employee claims.
- Perform all the essential duties of the Animal Control & License Officer II, as required; impound illegal or dangerous animals such as poisonous snakes, skunks, monkeys, apes, and exotic felines; make presentations at schools and to community groups on animal care and handling.
- Conduct training sessions for animal control staff on the care and feeding, impounding, releasing, sale, and destruction of animals; prepare reports on the progress of trainees.
- Complete forms and prepare reports on animal control services performed; may be assigned to any shift and required to be available on standby or on-call basis.
Minimum Qualifications
OPTION I
Experience: Two years of performing animal control duties in a public or non-profit animal control program equivalent to the Riverside County Animal Control & License Officer II.
OPTION II
Experience: Two years of paid experience, one year of which must have been in lead or supervisory capacity, in a veterinary office, animal grooming, animal board and kennel facility, or similar setting, which included the care and handling of animals.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Laws, ordinances, and regulations related to the control and protection of animals; legal liabilities and responsibilities of those concerned with the enforcement of animal control regulations; the characteristics and behavior, care and feeding of animals; common animal diseases; the causes, symptoms, and required procedures for rabies; the equipment and methods used in the capture and restraint of animals; proper use, maintenance, and storage of tranquilizer guns and related equipment.
Ability to: Investigate situations, gather relevant information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; work independently on special assignments; schedule, assign, train, and review the work of other personnel engaged in animal control activities; present evidence and testify in court cases; work cooperatively with the public and other animal control agencies; read, comprehend, and interpret laws and regulations pertaining to animal control; function in stressful situations, exercising good judgment; discharge firearms safely and accurately; care for and safely handle animals so as to avoid injury to persons and animals.
Other Requirements
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Incumbents will be driving a county vehicle throughout Riverside County.
- A series of three Rabies vaccines within 30 days of employment is required.
- Incumbents are required to obtain Penal Code 832 (P.O.S.T) certification within six months of hire. Additionally, incumbents are expected to undergo CA Basic Humane Academy or equivalent and CA Advanced Animal Law Enforcement training.
Physical/Environmental Conditions/Requirements
The Sergeant of Field Services will:
- The incumbents must be able to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, restraining, and handling animals of various sizes, including large animals, outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
- May be required to use tranquillizer guns and perform euthanasia.
- Exposure to animals which may include animal noise, excrement, smells, and dander.
Essential job duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. For more information, see “Reasonable Accommodations” under APPLICATION INFORMATION.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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For Questions Regarding This Recruitment
Please contact Valeria Ramirez at 951-955-1943 or [email protected] . Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at [email protected] or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
