Position Definition:

Plans, organizes, and supervises a canine control program; enforces Connecticut State Dog Statutes, related laws and City regulations, and manages a dog pound.

General Duties:

Receives oral or written direction from Supervisor. Plans and organizes work according to authorized procedures. Assigns work to Assistant Dog Warden and Kennel Keeper. Oversees files of licensed dogs. Responds to dog complaint calls. Investigates vicious, diseased, or stray dogs. Patrols City for stray or unlicensed dogs; captures and removes stray or vicious dogs to dog pound. Issues summonses to violators. Arranges for return, adoption or disposal of impounded dogs. Oversees care and treatment of impounded dogs in City pound. Purchases materials and supplies for pound. Works closely with police officers and the City maintenance division removing injured or dead dogs from City streets. Prepares narrative and statistical reports for Supervisor and State Canine Control officials. Supervises assistants as necessary. Reports work accomplished to Supervisor.

Additional Duties:

Oversees the survey of City residents annually to assure registration of all dogs. Collects fees as required and transfers to appropriate City account. Maintains records of complaints and related files. Develops written and statistical reports as required. Assists police or public in responding to animal emergencies other than dogs.

Supervised By:

Receives general direction from designated Supervisor, and or thier deisgnee. Knowledge of dogs, including handling, transport, sheltering, care, and feeding Ability to learn laws, regulations, and ordinances related to canine control Ability to handle sick, injured, or dead wildlife Ability to euthanize dogs or wildlife Ability to prepare specimens for rabies testing Ability to supervise Ability to prepare narrative and statistical reports Ability to deal effectively with those contacted Sufficient stamina and good health to perform occasionally strenuous physical tasks Ability to work in poor weather, including heat, cold, rain, and snow High school or GED AND Two years of experience in canine handling, care, or control

License or Certificate:

Valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Ability to obtain a handgun permit.

Note:

The above is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and responsibility. NMEA Grade 14