District Humane Agent - 0936 (Aroostook County)
State of MaineAbout the role
Location: Presque Isle,Maine,United States
DISTRICT HUMANE AGENT
Opening Date:
June 12, 2024
Closing Date:
June 26, 2024
Location:
Aroostook County
Position #:
00500-0936
Position Type:
Full Time
Class Code:
9158
Grade/Salary:
Grade 20 - $41,766.40 - $56,076.80/Annually
The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Division of Animal and Plant Health, is recruiting to fill the position of District Humane Agent in Aroostook County.
There will be a 3% across the board general salary increase effective June 30th, 2024.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will work in the Office of Animal Welfare. Duties include the investigation of animal welfare complaints, report writing, public education of animal welfare issues, and inspections of areas where animals are kept. The Humane Agent will enhance and maintain positive relationships with animal welfare, law enforcement, and other related personnel and agencies within the State.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A combination of education, training and/or experience that demonstrates proficiency in the knowledge of or professional expertise in the proper care, handling, nutrition/maintenance, and treatment of small and large animals (to include horses) -OR- professional experience in animal control or humane enforcement and/or veterinary technician experience.
RESIDENCY PREFERENCE: Live in Aroostook county -OR- be willing to commute to an in-district state office.
Automatic Disqualifiers – Applicants will be automatically be eliminated (disqualified) from the application/hiring process if they: have been convicted of murder, a Class A or Class B offense, a violation under Title 17-A, chapter 9, 11, 12 or 13, a violation of Title 19-A, section 4011 or a criminal violation under Title 17, Chapter 42 or a person who has been adjudicated of a civil violation for cruelty to animals under Chapter 739 or who has been convicted or adjudicated in any other state, provincial or federal court of a violation similar to those specified above.
Preference will be given to those with at least two (2) years of experience in Animal Control, Sheltering, or as a Veterinary Technician, and:
- General understanding of companion and large animal husbandry, animal handling, and animal welfare principles
- General understanding of animal infectious disease control and prevention
- Written and oral communication skills
- Must have ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or be on-call after hours.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire Application, along with a Cover Letter, and detailed Resume.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE: Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.
Direct Hire Application forms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml
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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the
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