Job Details

Job Posting

The County of Hawai`i is offering a position with a salary of $64,056.00 annually. The job is located in Kailua-Kona, HI, and is available for both permanent and temporary positions. The job number is 2025-00016 and is within the Animal Control & Protection department.

There is one immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Animal Control and Protection Agency in Kailua-Kona. The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Special working conditions include working seven days a week, including four ten-hour workdays, weekends, and holidays as required. Exposure to hazardous, filthy, and/or obnoxious conditions is also expected.

Examples of Duties

Supervises, participates, and trains staff in the response to complaints in regard to stray animals, loose animals, animal cruelty and attacks; investigates reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty.

Supervises and participates in investigations including the most complex in regard to stray, loose, dangerous, and injured animals, animal cruelty and attacks; prepares reports as required; maintains accurate and legible case files, work records, forms and reports, including accounts of investigative findings and other information.

Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates; prepares performance evaluations and counsels as necessary; investigates allegations by the public of misconduct by subordinate staff; participates and recommends personnel actions including hiring, transferring, promoting, disciplinary actions and termination to the Animal Control and Protection Manager.

Conducts patrols and humanely captures and removes stray, uncontrolled, injured or abused animals from undesirable conditions and transports them to the shelter for impoundment.

Produces and maintains accurate and legible case files, work records and forms, and reports, including accounts of investigative findings and other information; uses a computer to access, input and retrieve work-related information, maintain case files and records and produce written reports.

Provides information on laws and regulations governing the treatment, care and control of animals to the public; participates in outreach services; educates the public about animal issues and responsible pet ownership and promotes a humane and caring attitude towards animals.

Keeps up to date on Federal, State, and County laws, codes, and regulations relating to animal control and protection, governing the treatment, care, and control, and protection of animals.

Appears in court for testimony when required.

Safely and humanely euthanizes sick, injured, and/or dangerous animals in compliance with agency policies and procedures.

Recommends personnel actions including hire, transfer, promotion, termination, and disciplinary actions.

Assists in the development and revision of procedures and forms.

Attends and participates in agency, shelter, meetings, community, and educational presentations and events.

Regularly inspects equipment and vehicles for damage and wear; maintains equipment and assigned vehicles and notifies Animal Control and Protection Administrator of any mechanical issues or other problems; keeps accurate records and inventory of vehicles and equipment.

Safely operates a vehicle to perform work-related travel.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school, and four years of experience handling animals, and two of which shall have included the enforcement, interpretation, or application of laws, ordinances, regulations, or policies and procedures, and demonstrated supervisory aptitude, and possession of a valid State of Hawai'i driver license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license at time of filing.

Note: possession of a current CAETA Certificate of Completion is required prior to completion of probation, and possession of a current American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Certificate is required prior to completion of probation.

Supervisory aptitude is the ability or potential of an individual to perform supervisory duties as demonstrated by the successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader, or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week. Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision; laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to the proper care and control of animals; safe and effective handling, restraint and confinement of animals; characteristics of different species and breeds of animals; interpersonal communications in an office environment necessary to direct and lead staff; standard methods used by business establishments for keeping records and files, and report writing.

Ability to plan, assign, coordinate, and supervise the activities of subordinates; read, understand, interpret and apply various laws, ordinances, rules and regulations pertinent to county animal control and protection operations; safely and effectively handle, restrain, and confine animals; analyze work procedures, recommend improvements, and implement as necessary; demonstrate effective leadership skills in a variety of situations; communicate calmly and impartially to deescalate tense or time sensitive situations with the public in a manner that conveys confidence and promotes trust; use independent judgment and work quickly with accuracy in sensitive, critical, or complex situations; remain calm and impartial in confrontational situations; develop and maintain effective relationships with other government and community agencies; communicate information concisely and effectively orally and in writing; resolve problems and complaints, conduct investigations, and work tactfully and effectively with community groups, individuals, and the public.

Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Heavy.

Benefits of County Employment

The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
• Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire up to 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire up to 21 days per year.
• Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
• Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
• County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
• Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
• Deferred Compensation: Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Eligible employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for their portion of insurance premiums, qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses.
• Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
• Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
• Vision Plan
• Dental Plan
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems