Police Administrative Assistant (Animal Control)

$58,822 - $71,510/Yr

City Of Tacoma - Tacoma, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Tacoma, WA

10,001+ employees

Utilities

About the position

The Police Administrative Assistant for Animal Control at the City of Tacoma provides essential administrative and operational support to the Animal Control Division. This role involves independently dispatching field officers to animal incidents, managing administrative functions, and educating the public about animal control laws and procedures. The position requires critical thinking and decision-making skills to handle sensitive situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Independently dispatch field officers to in-progress animal incidents.
• Research calls and complaints to keep officers informed of potential issues.
• Proactively resolve animal control issues by educating citizens about laws and procedures.
• Manage all administrative functions within the Animal Control Division.
• Create and maintain administrative processes and procedures.
• Handle confidential materials and assist with various projects or programs.
• Coordinate work within the department and with other governmental entities.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of two years of increasingly responsible office work experience.
• Ability to learn City and governmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Ability to use computer applications for data entry and document management.
• Knowledge of accounting support techniques.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external customers.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in animal control or related fields.
• Familiarity with governmental structure and processes.

Benefits

• Dental insurance