Animal Control Officer Job in Prince George, BC

An Exceptional Opportunity to Enforce Animal-Related Bylaws for the City

 

About Our Community:

Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community.  It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports.  Prince George’s central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world.  And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George – spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you!  Discover all these opportunities and more!

About Our Organization:

The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees.  With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.

 

About The Opportunity:

If you demonstrate sound judgement, are adept at diffusing difficult situations, and are experienced working with animals, we have a rewarding term position in our Bylaw Services Division for you!  Your role will involve handling animal related complaints, applying and explaining bylaw requirements and giving notice and/or laying charges, as necessary.  In the course of your duties, you will patrol the City including parks and trails ensuring animal control regulations are being followed.  This is a physically demanding position that involves apprehending animals as well as working outdoors in all weather conditions.  The Animal Control Officer must be available for stand-by call outs after hours and on weekends.

About Your Background:

In addition to Grade 12, ideally you have completed the Bylaw Enforcement and Investigative Skills Certificate Program, Level 1, through the Justice Institute of BC and have at least one year of experience in a regulatory environment with a strong background in investigative and enforcement work.  Experience handling and apprehending potentially aggressive and/or dangerous animals would be an asset.  The successful candidate will complete the Animal Control Basic Training On-Line Certificate Program from Langara College within one year of hire. A valid full privilege Class 5 Driver’s License is required (or out of province equivalent) and you must be able to obtain and maintain a clear Police Information Check for offenses related to the position.

Why You Will Love Working for our Bylaw Services team at the City of Prince George:

• Use your strong communication and problem-solving skills in this highly visible role.

• Enjoy a competitive starting wage of $32.32 per hour plus excellent benefits and pension.

Please refer to the job description on our website for more details about this exciting opportunity!

We welcome applications from foreign trained and experienced individuals currently living in Canada.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply, including a current driver’s abstract, by November 7, 2022 to:

 

http://princegeorgejobs.prevueaps.ca/jobs/

 

For more information about living and working in Prince George, please visit:

Move Up Prince George     City of Prince George

The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.