Animal Protection Officer

This position allocated to this class serves under the general direction of the Field Operations Manager, enforces Spokane County Code and the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) as it relates to animals, including responding to citizen complaints regarding stray, injured, dangerous or unwanted animals and the investigation of cruelty to animals and animal bite reports. Educates the general public on animal related issues. Employees are required to deal with the public in a pleasant, tactful and courteous manner. Work is performed with considerable independence according to department regulations.