Bluestones Staffing
BSNI are working with Belfast City Council to recruit a Dog Warden Supervisor – (Part Time) – Manual Labour. This role is temporary.
Employment type
Temporary
Number of people required
1
Target start date
30 Mar 2026
Duration
12 Weeks
Hours per week
18.5
Rate
PAYE: £20.66 per hour
Job location
90 Dargan Crescent, Belfast, BT3 9JP, United Kingdom
Main purpose of job
To be responsible to the Assistant City Protection Manager for the efficient and effective performance of the duties of the post and ensuring that they are performed in accordance with specified time and quality targets.
To assist the Assistant City Protection Manager with the operational management of the Dog Control Service including the supervision and management of staff.
To support the work of the operational staff of the Dog Control Service through the provision of guidance and advice on relevant technical and enforcement issues.
Summary of responsibilities and personal duties
To carry out the full range of enforcement, education and promotional duties in connection with the councils powers under specific dog control legislation and other associated legislation.
To contribute to the City and Neighbourhood Services’ strategic objectives and, in particular, to participate in services wide project teams as directed by the Strategic Director.
To deputise for the Assistant City Protection Manager as required.
To assist the Assistant City Protection Manager with the operational management of the Dog Control Service including the supervision of any staff assigned to the unit, including the allocation of work tasks.
To make an effective contribution to the development and achievement of the units business plans and objectives.
To assist the Assistant City Protection Manager with the implementation of performance management systems and staff training or development programmes as required.
To participate in internal and external communication activities, including media interviews, as required.
To provide such reports, records and statistical information as required by the Assistant City Protection Manager.
To assist the Assistant City Protection Manager in formulating and developing procedures and guidance notes for use by other staff.
To participate as required in student training programmes.
To liaise with relevant external organisations and contractors, as required by the Assistant City Protection Manager.
To carry out any other related duties which the council may be required to undertake, for example, in relation to the control of rabies.
To keep abreast of all new developments in the field of dog control and of good practice and new procedures.
To provide appropriate support and assistance, as determined by the Emergency Coordination Officer, in relation to animal welfare in an emergency situation.
To participate as directed in the councils selection interview procedure.
To act in accordance with the council and departmental policies and procedures
including customer care; equal opportunities; health and safety; safeguarding and
any pertinent legislation.
To participate in all induction and in-service training provided by Belfast City
Council and in the induction and support of all newly appointed staff and other
human resource management procedures as appropriate.
To undertake the duties in such a way as to enhance and protect the reputation and public profile of the council.
To undertake such other relevant duties as may, from time to time, be required.
This job description has been written at a time of significant organisational change and it will be subject to review and amendment as the demands of the role and the organisation evolve. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to be flexible, adaptable and aware that s/he may be asked to perform tasks, duties and responsibilities which are not specifically detailed in the job description but which are commensurate with the role.
Essential criteria
Qualifications and experience
Applicants must, as at the closing date for receipt of application forms:
possess a full, current driving licence which enables them to drive in Northern Ireland, or, have access to a form of transport which enables them to meet the requirements of the post in full[1]; and
have a third level qualification in a relevant subject such as Animal Management, Business Studies, Environmental Health, or equivalent qualification and be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, that they have at least one year�s relevant experience of supervising in the field of regulatory dog control, or similar regulatory enforcement requiring a knowledge of criminal procedures and investigations;
or
be able to demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples, that they have at least two years� relevant experience of supervising in the field of regulatory dog control, or similar regulatory enforcement requiring a knowledge of criminal procedures and investigations.
Special skills and attributes
Applicants must also be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, evidence that they possess the following special skills and attributes which may be tested at interview:
Technical knowledge
A good knowledge of all dog related legislation and relevant codes of practice.
Written communication skills
A good standard of literacy and written communication skills.
Oral communication skills
The ability to communicate effectively, with the capacity to listen to and assimilate information, and be able to instruct others. The ability to make effective presentations through the use of a range of visual aids to various types of audience.
Team working and leadership skills
The ability to undertake required tasks independently, and also the ability to lead and work effectively as part of a team.
Customer care skills
The ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers with a strong focus on customer care, and the ability to deal calmly and diplomatically with people.
Information Technology skills
The ability to use standard office programmes, standard packages and appropriate specialised programmes.
Work planning and prioritisation skills
The ability to allocate tasks, prioritise work and ensure that work is completed satisfactorily within agreed targets.
Analysis and decision making skills
The ability to manage and be proactive in a variety of unforeseen circumstances.
Desirable criteria
In addition to the above qualifications and or experience, Belfast City Council reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants who, as at the closing date for receipt of applications:
in the first instance, can demonstrate on the application form, by providing personal and specific examples that they have relevant experience of enforcement; and
in the second instance, can demonstrate that they have a third level qualification in a relevant subject such as Animal Management, Business Studies, Environmental Health, or equivalent qualification, and at least two years relevant experience (as detailed above) of supervising in the field of regulatory dog control, or similar regulatory enforcement requiring a knowledge of criminal procedures and investigations;
or
at least three years relevant experience (as detailed above) of supervising in the field of regulatory dog control, or similar regulatory enforcement requiring a knowledge of criminal procedures and investigations.
[1] Please be advised that this alternative is a reasonable adjustment specifically for applicants with disabilities who, as a result of their disability, are unable to hold a full, current driving licence. However, please also be advised that, given the business need for the postholder to respond to and attend incidents and call outs, the reasonableness of this adjustment will be thoroughly considered prior to any appointment being made.
For more information contact Jessica or Debbie on 02895219313.
BSNI are an acting recruitment agency.