Animal Welfare Officer

ROLE OF THE JOB Northumberland County Council (NCC) is currently seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated Animal Welfare Officer. The post is part of the Environmental Enforcement Team which sits within Neighborhood Services. The Environmental Enforcement Team provides environmental crime investigation, pest control and animal welfare services across the county. The Animal Welfare Team leads on: The investigation and enforcement of animal welfare legislation, including file preparation, warrants of entry and animal seizures. The enforcement of Dog Control Orders/Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) including the issuing of fixed penalty notices. Provision of the stray dog service. Provision of a microchipping service. Promotion of the Green Dog Walker Scheme. Provision of advice and guidance. Promotional activities such as school visits Reporting to the Senior Animal Welfare Officer (SAWO), the successful candidate would be responsible for, The management and collection of stray animals, investigation of animal welfare issues, and associated legal procedures including, warrants, case file preparation, PACE interviews, liaison with legal services and witness duties. Additional enforcement duties will include, patrolling and enforcement under the provisions of dog related PSPOs and microchipping and the issuing of fixed penalty notices/Community Protection Warnings/Notices Investigation of stray animal reports, establishing ownership, liaison with Microchip companies, working with local rescue and kennelling facilities. Managing the microchipping service including implanting and registration of microchips. Provision of general advice on responsible dog ownership. Promotion and support of the national Green Dog Walkers Scheme. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Gemma Tokell (Senior Animal Welfare Officer) on tel .no. 07768998235 ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance Enforcement experience Practical experience of animal handling and control, including the use of appropriate equipment. Good IT skills A valid UK driving license DESIRABLE Promotion and presentational skills Why choose us? We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including: 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees) Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees) To see all our excellent benefits and perks, please click here. Stay connected with us on social media to keep up to date with Northumberland County Council\’s latest job opportunities. Facebook : NCC Jobs Group LinkedIn : Northumberland County Council Jobs Further information Please note that this is a full time position but applications on a secondment or part-time basis would be considered for the right applicant. For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here . We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Alternative application format: British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930 Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr