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Salary : $62,441.60 - $87,401.60 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 23-03981-0063O
Department: Department of Safety & Inspections
Opening Date: 08/20/2024
Closing Date: 10/7/2024 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Are you looking to further your career in animal care and control?
Our Saint Paul Animal Control Center (SPAC) is hiring passionate and talented individuals to join our team. As an Animal Services Officer III, you will work with a collaborative team of employees who care for over 2,000 dogs, cats, critters, and wild animals each year. As a new member, you will have the opportunity to do a variety of work and make an impact.
Where you'll be working: The Saint Paul Animal Control Center (SPAC) is located in the heart of beautiful Como Park at 1285 Jessamine Ave. W., Saint Paul, MN. We are an animal shelter and comprehensive field services program that:
Performs advanced work with the Saint Paul Animal Control Center (SPAC) to enforce animal and pest control ordinances; investigate complicated or high-profile complaints; patrol and inspect sites to determine compliance with Saint Paul legislative codes dealing with animals; and perform technical and administrative work in conducting and monitoring the animal and pest control programs of the City. Issues citations, order of corrective actions and/or progressive enforcement actions for non-compliance. Completes most complex inspections; prepares reports, documents, and forms related to inspections, investigations, compliance, and research. Coordinates, plans, leads and ensures efficient, cost-effective, equitable, and customer-focused animal control services in all parts of the City. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
For more information and essential functions, see our job description for Animal Services Officer III.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
May be met by one of the following:
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, resume, and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver's license check, credit check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information: Diane Turnbull at 651-266-6506
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
For a detailed overview, visit
01
The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
02
Please select the answer that best describes your experience working as an animal control officer.
03
Which of the following represents your highest level of completed education?
04
Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
05
Do you possess, or have ever possessed an Animal Control Officer Certification?
06
In which of the following areas do you have training or leadership experience? (Check all that apply)
07
Indicate which schedule options you available to work outside a normal daytime schedule. (check all that apply):
08
Describe your leadership experience working as part of a team. Include details about your role and responsibility. Describe how you've been able to mediate conflict between two parties to find a resolution. Please provide examples.
09
Describe your experience working with customers and the public. How have you demonstrated understanding and respect for their diversity? Please provide examples.
10
In detail, please describe your experience in conducting complex or felony level investigations. Describe your process, including how you put together a team and assigned roles, and provide examples of the investigations conducted.
11
Describe your animal control experience as it pertains to engaging with and educating the community. Include examples related to impoundment, sheltering, and building partnerships with other agencies. How has this been beneficial in the community you serve?
12
LANGUAGES: Check all languages you speak, read, or write fluently. Candidates may be tested on the language selected prior to hire. If you are not fluent in a language other than English, select "NA."
13
LANGUAGES: If you selected "Other non-English language" in the previous question, please indicate what language(s) you speak, read, or write fluently below.
14
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
15
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
16
RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
Required Question
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 23-03981-0063O
Department: Department of Safety & Inspections
Opening Date: 08/20/2024
Closing Date: 10/7/2024 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
Are you looking to further your career in animal care and control?
Our Saint Paul Animal Control Center (SPAC) is hiring passionate and talented individuals to join our team. As an Animal Services Officer III, you will work with a collaborative team of employees who care for over 2,000 dogs, cats, critters, and wild animals each year. As a new member, you will have the opportunity to do a variety of work and make an impact.
Where you'll be working: The Saint Paul Animal Control Center (SPAC) is located in the heart of beautiful Como Park at 1285 Jessamine Ave. W., Saint Paul, MN. We are an animal shelter and comprehensive field services program that:
- Utilizes education, investigation, and enforcement to find sustainable outcomes for animals, owners, and all community members
- Fosters great relationships with responsible animal non-profits
- Encourages professional development
- Looks to the future with an eye for improvements
Performs advanced work with the Saint Paul Animal Control Center (SPAC) to enforce animal and pest control ordinances; investigate complicated or high-profile complaints; patrol and inspect sites to determine compliance with Saint Paul legislative codes dealing with animals; and perform technical and administrative work in conducting and monitoring the animal and pest control programs of the City. Issues citations, order of corrective actions and/or progressive enforcement actions for non-compliance. Completes most complex inspections; prepares reports, documents, and forms related to inspections, investigations, compliance, and research. Coordinates, plans, leads and ensures efficient, cost-effective, equitable, and customer-focused animal control services in all parts of the City. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
For more information and essential functions, see our job description for Animal Services Officer III.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
May be met by one of the following:
- Five years of experience working as an animal control officer work t o include leading team activities, providing animal welfare and control, conducting investigations, and enforcing regulations.
- Four years of experience performing as an animal control officer work to include leading team activities, providing animal welfare and control, conducting investigations, and enforcing regulations; AND one year of education in veterinary technology, animal science, biology, criminal justice, or similar field.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license.
- Must possess or obtain an advanced Animal Control Officer/Animal Services Certification within one year of hire.
- Must obtain and maintain authorization from the SPAC veterinarian of record to euthanize animals within three months of appointment.
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
- Upload or submit the followingdocuments via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume (required)
- A copy of your proof of education (unofficial transcripts are acceptable), if required to meet the minimum qualifications.
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, resume, and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver's license check, credit check, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information: Diane Turnbull at 651-266-6506
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit
01
The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
- Yes
02
Please select the answer that best describes your experience working as an animal control officer.
- Less than four years' experience
- Four years' experience
- Five years' experience
- Six years or more experience
- None of the above
03
Which of the following represents your highest level of completed education?
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- None of the above
04
Do you possess a Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess, or have ever possessed an Animal Control Officer Certification?
- Yes
- No
06
In which of the following areas do you have training or leadership experience? (Check all that apply)
- Training or demonstrating use of equipment
- Coordinating and prioritizing work
- Leading coworkers
- Providing feedback
- None of the above
07
Indicate which schedule options you available to work outside a normal daytime schedule. (check all that apply):
- On call
- Evenings
- Weekends
- Holidays
08
Describe your leadership experience working as part of a team. Include details about your role and responsibility. Describe how you've been able to mediate conflict between two parties to find a resolution. Please provide examples.
09
Describe your experience working with customers and the public. How have you demonstrated understanding and respect for their diversity? Please provide examples.
10
In detail, please describe your experience in conducting complex or felony level investigations. Describe your process, including how you put together a team and assigned roles, and provide examples of the investigations conducted.
11
Describe your animal control experience as it pertains to engaging with and educating the community. Include examples related to impoundment, sheltering, and building partnerships with other agencies. How has this been beneficial in the community you serve?
12
LANGUAGES: Check all languages you speak, read, or write fluently. Candidates may be tested on the language selected prior to hire. If you are not fluent in a language other than English, select "NA."
- Amharic
- Arabic
- Cambodian
- Hmong or Laotian
- Oromo
- Sign Language
- Somali
- Skaw, Pwo, or other Karen language
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
- Other
- NA
13
LANGUAGES: If you selected "Other non-English language" in the previous question, please indicate what language(s) you speak, read, or write fluently below.
14
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
- Yes
- No
15
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
Required Question