Dog Warden

The Role Westmeath County Council employs over 570 staff across eight service divisions. Housing & Building; Road, Transport & Safety; Rural Water; Development Management; Environmental Protection; Recreation & Amenity; Climate Action, Agriculture & Education and Miscellaneous Services. It consists of 20 democratically elected members. The Council is mandated to deliver a diverse range of functions and services which can be broadly described under the headings of economic development, communit development, provision of physical and social infrastructure, recreation and amenity services, and the enforcement of the planning and environmental regulatory framework. The Council now invites applications from suitably qualified persons who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and fixed term contract posts for the position of Dog Warden will be drawn. The holder of the position shall, under the direction and control of the appropriate officer of the Council be responsible for the implementation of the provisions of the Control of Dogs Act, 1986 and the Dog Breeding Establishment Act 2010 and any regulations made thereunder in respect of the whole area of the County of Westmeath and such other duties as may be assigned by the Council. The Ideal Candidate shall have: • Have a genuine interest in animal welfare and be enthusiastic about pursuing a career in this field; • Possess excellent customer service skills and communication as engagement with the public will be a key feature of the position. • A satisfactory knowledge and/or experience in the area of animal husbandry would be desirable. • Have some knowledge and awareness of Dog Welfare; • Be willing and able to take instruction and follow through on tasks in accordance with agreed policies and procedures; • Have an ability to work on their own initiative, and without constant supervision; • Be reliable and flexible and be willing to work collaboratively in a positive team environment; • Be confident and have an appropriate level of personal resilience to deal with challenging situations; • Have an ability and a willingness to learn to use any equipment, information systems and new technology relevant to the role; • Possess a willingness to learn and execute new practical skills and participate in appropriate training as and when required. • Have a good awareness and understanding of individual employee’s responsibility for compliance with measures put in place under the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act, 2005; Duties This post will require the ability to work across different sections of the Council and developing close cooperation with local and national stakeholders including Garda Síochána/Animal charities/Veterinary Service/Shelters/ISPCA and other Dog Wardens in other Local Authorities. The typical duties which a Dog Warden carry out would include, but are not be limited to the following: ▪ Respond as appropriate to day to day reports, requests and complaints from the general public relating to a variety of animal welfare matters e.g. stray dogs, incidents of dog attack, suspected animal cruelty or neglect; ▪ Investigate all complaints and take appropriate action, preparing reports and keeping adequate records of all actions taking during investigation; ▪ Support and assist Gardai where there is a requirement for support of Dog Warden Service. This shall be agreed in advance by An Garda Síochána and Designated Officer in Westmeath County Council as per agreed protocols in place; ▪ Perform all duties in relation to Dog Control including the collection of and collecting dogs at collection points; ▪ Detention and seizure of stray and/or dangerous dogs; Including undertaking patrols to ensure responsible dog ownership. Compliance and enforcement in relation to Dog Control Acts. (This may include patrols at evenings and weekends); ▪ Preparation and issuing of “on the spot” fines; ▪ Carrying out duties at the dog shelter including assisting with euthanasia and the maintenance of the pound and offices in a hygienic manner and ensuring adherence to the highest animal welfare and quality standards at the Dog Pound; ▪ Preparing reports for prosecution of offenders under the Control of Dogs Act 1986 as amended and other legislation and attending Court proceedings as required; ▪ Following euthanasia of animals, removal of carcasses to appropriate freezer and removal for thawing prior to collection by rendering transporters; ▪ Proactively checking on dog licensing within the county of Westmeath; Keeping and maintaining the Register of Stray Dogs and any other records as required; ▪ Investigating breaches of the Acts and of any Byelaws which may be introduced by the Council under the Acts and taking such appropriate follow-up action as considered necessary; ▪ Driving the Council’s collection vehicle and taking care of routine maintenance, for example, water level, oil level, battery level and ensuring, that the vehicle is serviced regularly. Cleaning the vehicle both internally and externally regularly; Regular co-operation and good working relationships with personnel from animal shelter facilities, animal welfare organisations and other parties; ▪ Make rehoming arrangements for as many dogs as possible, Develop and maintain relationships with local and national welfare/shelter/animal charities and always ensure a positive image for the Councils Dog Pound; ▪ Ensuring all dogs entering/leaving the Council’s Dog Pound are microchipped in accordance with the Microchipping of Dogs Regulations 2015. Ensure the feeding, watering and welfare of dogs in Westmeath Dog Pound daily; (this will include weekend care), proper maintenance of dog kennels and daily cleaning; ▪ Report any injury or illness’s to dogs to Line Manager and/or Veterinary Inspector; ▪ Regular visible patrols of public areas and open spaces to proactively monitor compliance with dog control legislation; ▪ To attend such training courses as and when required; ▪ Submitting reports in relation to the work under his/her charge as may be required from time to time; ▪ Any and such other duties as may be instructed by the Nominated Officer of the Council QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Candidates may be required to satisfy medical requirements prior to appointment. 3. Education, Experience, Training etc. Each candidate must on the closing date for receipt of application forms: • Have a good standard of education to enable the duties of the post to be performed to the satisfaction of the Local Authority • Good interpersonal and communication skills as there will be considerable interaction with the public, the Gardai and other agencies. • Hold a current, unendorsed full Class B Driving Licence • Have the ability to work on own initiative without constant supervision • Have sufficient knowledge and experience to exercise initiative and good judgment • Have the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with multiple stakeholders • be proficient in the use of computers and possess good ICT skills, and where relevant, willingness to learn, and aptitude to use, all new technology and information systems. • have the ability to keep comprehensive records and be able to write concise reports associated with all aspects of their area of work. 4. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa. Key Competencies Candidates are expected to be able to demonstrate in their application and at interview that they possess the following competencies through the experience and skills they have gained to date. Knowledge & Experience • Knowledge and understanding of the role of Dog Warden • Has knowledge of safety, health and welfare at work legislation • Ability to write reports and keep work records • Ability to use IT systems • Understands the responsibilities of the Dog Warden to uphold high standards of governance, compliance and behaviour • Has knowledge and understanding of local authority functions and structures Delivering Results • Ability to prioritise tasks and to manage time effectively to achieve goals • Provides personal and quality service, follows through on customer enquiries, complaints and requests • Plans ahead, prepares for contingencies and has a back-up plan • Adapt quickly to change and new ways of doing things • Ability to use initiative and be self-motivated when required Interpersonal / Communication Skills • Communicates effectively in a clear and concise manner • Able to develop and maintain good working relationships across all levels of the organization and external stakeholders • Demonstrates the ability to work as part of a team • Has excellent written and verbal skills • Demonstrates good interpersonal skills • Takes personal responsibility for customer service issues and understands customer needs Personal Effectiveness • Manages workload efficiently and effectively • Maintains a positive and energetic attitude to their role • Acts with honesty and integrity • Treats others in a fair and consistent manner • Possess resilience and ability to work in a demanding environment Particulars of Post 1. The post A panel will be formed for an initial period of one year and this may be extended for a further year at the discretion of the Chief Executive. The panel may be used to fill permanent & fixed term positions that may arise for its duration. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. Vacancies may arise on a county-wide basis. Westmeath County Council reserves the right to assign employees to any work location having regard to funding and/or operational circumstances. 2. Remuneration The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay. The current weekly pay scale applicable to the post is: €807.47 - €814.92 - €822.23 – €830.15 – €838.07 – €846.12 – €854.00 – €861.40 – €868.80 – €873.72 New Entrants to the Local Authority Service commence on the 1st point of the scale in accordance with current Government Policy as set out in Department of the Environment Circular Letter EL 03/2024. Remuneration is paid fortnightly by PayPath directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions e.g. PAYE and PRSI. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory. 3. Work Hours Normal hours of work will be 39 hours over 7 days from Monday to Sunday including public holidays. The working hours may be subject to alteration having regard to service demands and the post holder may work on a rostered basis. The holder of this position may also be required to work outside their assigned hours of duty. Any work which the holder of the post is authorised or required to do after completion of a normal days work will be paid at the rates agreed and appropriately sanctioned, or whatever alternative arrangement is applicable.

Team Member

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Support Worker

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Clinical Nurse Manager II, Operational Emergency Department

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Maintenance Operative

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Team Leader

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Bartender

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Store Manager

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