Sergeant of Field Services

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 highes...