Dog Law Enforcement Warden (Permanent) - Potter & Tioga Counties Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4795113) Apply  Dog Law Enforcement Warden (Permanent) - Potter & Tioga Counties Salary $44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually Location *Home Headquartered, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2025-16868 Department Department of Agriculture Division AG Fl Div Opening Date 01/27/2025 Closing Date 2/10/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 74520 Position Number 00084541 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit G1 Pay Group ST05 Bureau / Division Code 00046411 Bureau / Division Agriculture Field Division Worksite Address Home Headquartered Contact Name OA, CE Section Intake Division Contact Email RA-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Do you have a passion for dogs and a desire to make a difference in their lives? Imagine a fulfilling career where you can help keep them safe and healthy! If you possess strong multi-tasking abilities, excellent customer service skills, and a knack for communication and technology, we want to hear from you. The Department of Agriculture is actively seeking dedicated individuals for a vital role enforcing dog and rabies laws. Join us in this important mission and turn your love for dogs into a rewarding career! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Dog Law Enforcement Warden, you will enforce State Dog Law and Rabies Laws in Potter and Tioga counties. Your duties include inspecting licensed dogs, investigating complaints about dogs running at large, and inspecting kennels for compliance with regulations. You will prosecute violations of the laws, attend hearings, and present evidence. Additionally, you will apprehend loose dogs, investigate dog bite incidents, and handle claims for damages to livestock or poultry. Your role also involves auditing facilities seeking reimbursement for humane stray dog disposal and investigating illegal dog transportation or killing. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00084541) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. + This position will be home headquartered if applicant lives in Potter or Tioga County. If applicant does not live in Potter or Tioga County, the assigned state vehicle must be parked in one of these counties and the work day will start at 8:00 AM at the location of the assigned state vehicle. + This position may require travel and overtime + Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: + Two years of experience in dog law enforcement, animal control, animal welfare, or animal science work;or + An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirement: + This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license. Additional Requirements: + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: + You must pass a background investigation. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. + Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension? + Yes + No 02 If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below. 03 How many years of full-time experience do you possess in dog law enforcement, animal control, animal welfare, or animal science work? + A. 2 years or more + B. 1 but less than 2 years + C. Less than 1 year + D. None 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate section of your application if you would like this experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How much college coursework have you completed in criminal justice or animal science? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. + A. 60 credits or more + B. 30 but less than 60 credits + C. Less than 30 credits + D. None Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov