Salary:
£30,559 - £32,654 Pro rata Hours per week:
22 hours Temporary/Fixed term:
15 months Interview date:
Tuesday 11 February 2025 Public Protection Service - Empowering Safe and Resilient Communities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Dog Control and Animal Health Officer to join our Public Protection Service in the Consumer Protection Team! Our Public Protection Service sits within our large unitary authority, bringing together food and health and safety, trading standards, animal health, environmental protection, licensing, ASB and pest control. We are passionate about our community and take pride in our work whilst encouraging a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do. As a Dog Control and Animal Health Officer, you will lead on providing an effective dog control service for the County as well as the establishment and enforcement of provisions related to animal health issues including Public Space Protection Orders and animal licensing functions. Other responsibilities will include undertaking timely, effective investigations and solution-focused problem solving in relation to enforcement, responsible ownership, and the welfare of dogs. This role does require some working outside of core hours when necessary for specific duties including stray dog collection, which is covered across the team on a rota basis. Our ideal candidate will have experience working in an animal-related environment with a sound understanding of animal behaviour and welfare. You should have an excellent understanding of legislation relating to dogs and the operational processes. Experience with research and presenting outcomes in verbal and written formats will be essential. This role will require you to drive as part of the day-to-day duties of the role, so a full UK driving license is required. Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
Explore more benefits here! Please download and read the
role description and person specification
carefully before you apply as well as
Our Identity . The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework that sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust, and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. For more details, contact Emma Carroll, Public Protection Manager - Consumer Protections, at
emma.carroll@wiltshire.gov.uk , or call 01225713286. This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our
statement of commitment to equality and inclusion . Disability Confident Employer Application process
Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!
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£30,559 - £32,654 Pro rata Hours per week:
22 hours Temporary/Fixed term:
15 months Interview date:
Tuesday 11 February 2025 Public Protection Service - Empowering Safe and Resilient Communities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Dog Control and Animal Health Officer to join our Public Protection Service in the Consumer Protection Team! Our Public Protection Service sits within our large unitary authority, bringing together food and health and safety, trading standards, animal health, environmental protection, licensing, ASB and pest control. We are passionate about our community and take pride in our work whilst encouraging a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do. As a Dog Control and Animal Health Officer, you will lead on providing an effective dog control service for the County as well as the establishment and enforcement of provisions related to animal health issues including Public Space Protection Orders and animal licensing functions. Other responsibilities will include undertaking timely, effective investigations and solution-focused problem solving in relation to enforcement, responsible ownership, and the welfare of dogs. This role does require some working outside of core hours when necessary for specific duties including stray dog collection, which is covered across the team on a rota basis. Our ideal candidate will have experience working in an animal-related environment with a sound understanding of animal behaviour and welfare. You should have an excellent understanding of legislation relating to dogs and the operational processes. Experience with research and presenting outcomes in verbal and written formats will be essential. This role will require you to drive as part of the day-to-day duties of the role, so a full UK driving license is required. Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
Explore more benefits here! Please download and read the
role description and person specification
carefully before you apply as well as
Our Identity . The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework that sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust, and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. For more details, contact Emma Carroll, Public Protection Manager - Consumer Protections, at
emma.carroll@wiltshire.gov.uk , or call 01225713286. This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our
statement of commitment to equality and inclusion . Disability Confident Employer Application process
Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!
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