Dog Law Enforcement Warden (Permanent) - Potter & Tioga Counties

Do you have a passion for dogs and a desire to make a difference in their lives? Imagine a fulfilling career where you can help keep them safe and healthy! If you possess strong multi-tasking abilities, excellent customer service skills, and a knack for communication and technology, we want to hear from you. The Department of Agriculture is actively seeking dedicated individuals for a vital role enforcing dog and rabies laws. Join us in this important mission and turn your love for dogs into a rewarding career!

As a Dog Law Enforcement Warden, you will enforce State Dog Law and Rabies Laws in Potter and Tioga counties. Your duties include inspecting licensed dogs, investigating complaints about dogs running at large, and inspecting kennels for compliance with regulations. You will prosecute violations of the laws, attend hearings, and present evidence. Additionally, you will apprehend loose dogs, investigate dog bite incidents, and handle claims for damages to livestock or poultry. Your role also involves auditing facilities seeking reimbursement for humane stray dog disposal and investigating illegal dog transportation or killing.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• This position will be home headquartered if applicant lives in Potter or Tioga County. If applicant does not live in Potter or Tioga County, the assigned state vehicle must be parked in one of these counties and the work day will start at 8:00 AM at the location of the assigned state vehicle.
• This position may require travel and overtime
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience in dog law enforcement, animal control, animal welfare, or animal science work; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.