HUMANE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Company: Loudoun County Government
Location: Leesburg
Posted on: May 21, 2023
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Job Description:
HUMANE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Recruitment #23-118-4201
Date Opened
3/22/2023 08:00:00 AM
Closing Date
Open until filled
Salary Range
$50,040.57-$85,068.97
Department
ANIMAL SERVICES
Job Type
Open and Competitive
Full/Part-Time
Full-Time
Benefits
Full Benefits
Reg/Temp
Regular
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Introduction
Are you looking for an exciting, compassionate career combining
animal welfare and law enforcement? Loudoun County Department of
Animal Services (LCAS) located in Leesburg, Virginia, is currently
seeking qualified applicants for the position of Humane Law
Enforcement Officer (HLEO). Join a team of highly motivated,
enthusiastic Officers working for a progressive, nationally
recognized agency in a jurisdiction that is very supportive of our
department's mission. LCAS approaches humane law enforcement
proactively, focusing to ensure every case of animal cruelty,
animal fighting and neglect is thoroughly investigated and
prosecuted. Annually we respond to over 5,300 calls for service
with more than 25% for investigations of crimes such as
abandonment, animal cruelty and dangerous dogs. Every day as an
HLEO in Loudoun County is different, challenging, and exciting, as
our population of 435,000 people coexist with thousands of
companion animals, livestock, and wildlife.
Job Description
The successful candidate will respond to a variety of requests for
service and will provide excellent humane law enforcement services
to the community including: enforcing state and local laws,
educating the public about proper animal care, and rescuing sick or
injured animals of all species, including wildlife, livestock and
companion animals. Work shifts include a rotation including early
mornings, days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call. Initial
and continuing education will be provided in animal cruelty
investigation, firearms, equine management, technical animal
rescue, courtroom presentation, disaster response, and other
related topics. Training our officers in the latest and most
advanced procedures and techniques to carry out their duties of
protecting the animals and citizens of Loudoun County is a top
priority of the command staff. LCAS Humane Law Enforcement Officers
work as sworn, armed officers within the Department of Animal
Services, which also includes the animal shelter, receiving 2,400
animals/year with a 95% live release rate.
Loudoun County Regular Full-time Employees are eligible for full
benefits including but not limited to the following as a part of a
total rewards package!
Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.
Job Requirements
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to
high school diploma and four years of relevant experience. Prefer
Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Criminal Justice or related
field and/or equivalent experience in work involving animal welfare
or the veterinary field. Experience with companion animals and
livestock is essential. Prefer some experience with exotics and
wildlife. Must possess a valid driver's license. Spanish bilingual
strongly preferred.
Special Requirements
Humane Law Enforcement is a physically demanding occupation with
the potential for exposure to infectious diseases, viruses, noxious
fumes and chemicals, as well as risk of injury. A rabies
pre-exposure vaccination series will commence immediately upon hire
unless proof of prior vaccination is provided. Must have the
ability to handle large and potentially dangerous animals over 100
pounds. Candidate will become a sworn Humane Law Enforcement
Officer and will complete state mandated animal control training.
Must obtain certification in euthanasia within six months of
employment. Candidate will also be required to obtain
certifications in CPR, First Aid, Incident Command System 100 &
200, and qualifications to use authorized firearms.
Post Conditional Offer Contingencies
Successful candidate will undergo criminal background and DMV
checks and physical examination, to include a drug screening and
psychological exam. When on-call and using a take-home vehicle,
HLEOs must operate from a location that is a maximum of 25 road
miles from Government Center, located at 1 Harrison St SE,
Leesburg, Virginia, or within Loudoun County limits.
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
If you have questions about how to apply online, you may contact us
by phone at (703) 777-0213 or email us at HR@loudoun.gov. EOE.
Fill out our application-request form.
We encourage you to submit your application on-line as this is the
preferred application method. If you experience difficulties, we
can send you an application packet by conventional mail. -->
Contact us via conventional means.
You may contact us by phone at (703) 777-0213,
or e-mail at HR@loudoun.gov, or apply for a job in person at the
Loudoun County Division of Human Resources.
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