Apply On Or Before
Apply on or before 11/26/2023
Department Name
Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Affairs
EEO/Benefits Information
The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs and comprehensive benefit packages all which positions us to be the premier employer of choice for this area. Come be part of something HUGE! For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX
The City of Tallahassee is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com
Job Specifications
For the complete job specification, listing major job functions and duties for this job classification, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx
Minimum Training & Experience
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in the animal sciences, communications, English, social sciences, or a related field and two years of experience in communications, event coordination, or public and media relations, combined with responsible personal pet ownership of at least one year; or possession of a bachelor’s degree in the animal sciences, communications, English, social sciences or a related field and two years of experience in human care giving, animal care, animal grooming, animal control enforcement or similar experience with animals or an equivalent combination of training and experience Responsible personal pet ownership must be documented via presentation of records from a veterinarian, kennel, etc. reflecting ownership and care (vaccinations, neutering, spaying or wellness check-ups) over at least one year.
Necessary Special Requirements
Within one year of employment, must obtain Euthanasia certification.
Salary Range
$19.9955 to $54.2594/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $34.7935/hour
Driver's License Requirements
Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.
Veteran's Preference
Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214 IMPORTANT: In order to claim Veterans' Preference, applicants MUST upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.
How To Apply
Click the Apply Now button below to Apply On-Line. Only On-Line applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the on-line application, including education and work history, even if you also submit a resume. If you need additional information about how to complete your on-line application, see our Application page at http://www.talgov.com/employment/employment.aspx
If you have a disability requiring accommodations,please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.
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