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APPOEMtENTS\Establish Part Time Seasonal ACO&Appoint Colin Obrien—7-20-15
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PART-TIME, SEASONAL
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER POSITION AND
AUTHORIZING HIRING OF COLIN O'BRIEN
RESOLUTION NO. ,2015
INTRODUCED BY
WHO MOVED FOR ITS ADOPTION
SECONDED BY
WHEREAS, the Queensbury Town Board wishes to establish a Part-Time, Seasonal Animal
Control Officer position, and
WHEREAS, the Warren County Department Personnel and Civil Service has reviewed the
proposed job duties for the position and has determined that Part-Time, Seasonal Animal Control
Officer is indeed the most appropriate title for the position as set forth in the New Position Duties
Statement adopted by the Warren County Department of Civil Service and presented at this meeting
and
WHEREAS, the Town Board wishes to hire such Part-Time, Seasonal Animal Control Officer,
such employee to work up to 30 hours per week, for a period of approximately 14 weeks,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Queensbury Town Board hereby establishes the Part-Time, Seasonal
Animal Control Officer position as set forth in the New Position Duties Statement adopted by the
Warren County Department of Civil Service and presented at this meeting, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes and directs the hiring of Colin O'Brien
to work as such Part-Time, Seasonal Animal Control Officer for up to 30 hours per week for a period
of approximately 14 weeks, effective on or about July 22nd, 2015 through on or about October 31St
2015, subject to the Town successfully completing a pre-employment physical, background checks
as reasonably necessary to judge fitness for the duties for which hired, and drug and/or alcohol
screening, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that Mr. O'Brien shall be paid $12 per hour, to be paid from the appropriate
payroll account, and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED, that the Town Board further authorizes and directs the Town Supervisor,
Animal Control Officer and/or Town Budget Officer to complete any forms and take any action
necessary to effectuate the terms of this Resolution.
Duly adopted this 20th day of July, 2015, by the following vote:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
C(vtl Service Law,Section 22:Certification for positions. Before any new Warren County Civil Service
position in the service of a civil division shall be created or any existing 1344 State Rte 9, Lake George, NY 12845
position in such service shall be reclassified,the proposal therefore,
Including a statement of the duties of the position,shall be referred to the New Position Duties Statement
municipal commission having jurisdiction and such commission shall Department head or other authority requesting the creation of a new position,
furnish a certificate stating the appropriate civil service title for the prepare a separate description for each new position to be created
proposed position or the position to be reclassified. Any such new description may cover%iv or more Identical that one
positions�the same organiasntonat unit.
position shall be created or any such existing position reclassified only Forward one typed copy to this Commission.
with the title approved and certified by the commission. Effective 1978
't. Department Bureau,Division,Unit or Section Location of Position
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2. Description of Duties:Describe the work in sufficient detail to give a clear word picture of the job. Use a separate paragraph for each kin
of work and describe the more important or time-consuming duties first. in the left column,estimate how the total working time is divided.
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Names and Titles of Persons Supervising this position(General,Direct,Administrative,etc.)
fignm Mt Type of Supervision
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4. Names and Titles of Persons Supervised by Employee In this position
Name Title Type of Supervision
5. Names and Titles of Persons doing substantially the same kind and level of work as will be done by the incumbent of this new
position
Name Title Location of Position
6. What minimum qualifications do you think should be required for this position?
Education: High School Years
College Years,with specialization in
College Years,with specialization in
Experience: (list amount and type)
Essential knowledge,skills and abilities:
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Type of license or certificate required:
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7. The above statements are accurate and complete.
Date: 1 IIcol t 5 Title: ( idt r�leiliSo it Signature: .e1,/-Z?;W(
Certificate of Civil Service Commiss n
8. In accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Law Section 22.the Warren County Civil Service Department certifies that the
appropriate civil service title for the position described is:
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• Jurisdi anal Classification: ,r..,,4-r I;e
Date: ‘" Signet re' c/ °L'�, & ' c'711&14' 1-4-- 7 Action by Legislative-B6�y or Other ApprovinAuthority
9. Creation of described position
❑ Approved
❑ Disapproved
Date: Signature:
Return One Completed Copy To Warren County Civil Service July 18,2018
Amended, Warren County Personnel, June 26, 2003
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a Public
Officer position charged with the responsibilities for
carrying out the provisions of the Agriculture and Markets
Law and local municipal ordinances dealing with the general
control of dogs and domestic animals including their seizure,
impoundment and destruction. An employee in this class must
possess skill in handling small animals and be able to
operate independently in the field. The work is performed
under the general direction of a Town Board in accordance
with established policies and procedures. Does related work
as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Seizes and impounds stray and dangerous dogs;
Destroys unclaimed and dangerous dogs in accordance with the
provisions of law;
Receives and answers complaints from the public regarding dog
nuisances;
Issues appearance summons and arrest warrants and
participates in court proceedings including the
preparation of reports and providing information,
testimony and evidence;
Enforces quarantine laws and orders applicable to dogs;
Attempts to locate owners of seized dogs;
Tranquilizes uncontrollable animals;
Investigates reports of cruelty to animals;
Reports sick or injured animals to veterinarian for
corrective action;
Maintains records of work performed including a record of all
dogs impounded, returned to owners, sold, destroyed or
otherwise disposed of;
Makes reports to the legislative body as required;
May assist in taking a dog census.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the laws and regulations
dealing with the seizing, impounding and destruction of stray
and dangerous dogs; good knowledge of the methods and
procedures for handling dogs and other domestic animals; good
knowledge of local geography; working knowledge of the
identification features, temperaments and characteristics of
the breeds and kinds of dogs commonly found in domestic
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Animal Control Officer, page 2
ownerships; working knowledge of safety practices in the use
of firearms including tranquilizing darts; ability to meet
and deal effectively with the public; ability to understand
and carry out moderately complex oral and written
instructions; ability to maintain records and prepare
reports; tact; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with
the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or
possession of an equivalency diploma and one year of work
experience involving the handling and caring for dogs or
other domestic animals.
NOTE:
(1) If the position involves the operation of a motor
vehicle, possession of the appropriate level New
York State driver's license is required.
(2) If the position involves the use of firearms,
possession of a license to carry firearms is
required.
(3) Additional experience may be substituted for the
education requirements on a year-for-year basis.