Animal Welfare Case Officer

County Administrative Board is an expert authority in areas such as nature and environment, community development, and rural affairs, directly under the government. We function as a link between people, municipalities, regions, and various authorities. We work to ensure national goals are implemented in the county. We do this by considering the overall picture in our official capacity, by disseminating knowledge, and by coordinating and developing various issues. Sustainable development offers future opportunities in a Södermanland for everyone. The County Administrative Board in Södermanland is seeking an Animal Welfare Case Officer for the Animal Welfare and Veterinary Issues unit. Our unit works with issues concerning animal and human health. The unit is responsible for ensuring that farm animals and companion animals are managed in accordance with animal welfare legislation. The unit is also responsible for food and feed controls of primary producers, pre-approval of stable buildings, matters concerning supervision of dogs and cats, infectious disease issues, and other veterinary tasks. Work Tasks As a case officer in the Animal Welfare and Veterinary Issues unit, you will work with processing and controls related to permits for activities involving horses, dogs, cats, and other companion animals, inspection of animal transports, wildlife enclosure control, planned controls of farm animals. You will receive reports of animal neglect, conduct investigations and controls in reported cases, handle submissions from the police, and execute decisions on animal seizures. You will also work with pre-approval. The pre-approval area includes processing applications for pre-approval, post-approvals, and inspection of animal stables. The work also involves monitoring issues related to our operations and developing and improving internal processes. Qualifications and Profile We are seeking someone who has: - University education as an agronomist, ethologist, or environmental and health protection inspector. Alternatively, other education that the employer deems equivalent. - Good knowledge of relevant legislation and risks to animal welfare in various animal husbandry forms. - Good skills in the Office package. - Good communication skills and proficiency in Swedish, both spoken and written. - Class B driver's license It is meritorious if you have: - Previous experience in case processing and independent work with control/supervision at the County Administrative Board, another government agency, or municipality - Knowledge of the Platina and DSK systems. - Training in construction and ventilation in animal stables. - Practical experience working with farm animals. Personal Characteristics: - You are driven, highly responsible, and loyal to the employer and your colleagues. - You easily create and maintain relationships both internally and externally. - You handle stressful situations well - You are receptive and empathetic. - You are stable and confident, comfortable setting necessary requirements and making decisions that may be perceived as difficult/intrusive. The work can be psychologically demanding, and it is important that you have personal maturity and can distinguish between the personal and professional. - You are meticulous and independently responsible for administering and structuring your own work. - You enjoy being part of a work group while also being very good at working independently We place great importance on personal suitability and your ability to contribute to a good work environment. About the Position This is a one-year temporary position starting April 1, 2026 (or by agreement). All positions at the County Administrative Board may be subject to security screening depending on the assignment's design. Information More information about the tasks can be obtained from Division Head David Hansevi (until 11/16) or recruiting manager Gabrielle Danielsson (from 11/17). Union representatives for Saco-S is Patrik Holmer and for ST is Anna Forsberg. All can be reached via switchboard 010-223 40 00. Application Welcome with your application, CV, and other documents no later than December 7, 2025. You apply via the County Administrative Board's website www.lansstyrelsen.se/sodermanland. By applying for the position, you approve the county board's handling and storage of your personal data. The County Administrative Board handles personal data in accordance with EU General Data Protection Regulation (2016/679) and other applicable data protection regulations. You can read more about the authority's handling of personal data at www.lansstyrelsen.se/dataskydd. 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