Animal Control Officer I/II

Prince George's County Government • Upper Marlboro, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level to full performance role in the animal management field, whereby the incumbent ensures compliance of federal, state and local animal control codes, ordinances, and standards. The incumbent performs a variety of animal control services, which includes processing complaints, handling animals, maintenance of equipment and other related administrative duties. Work is performed and evaluated in accordance with departmental standards, rules, and regulations under the supervision of a higher-level Animal Control Officer.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• One (1) year experience in inspection and code enforcement work to ensure compliance with animal control codes, ordinances and standards.
• A valid Maryland State driver's license is required upon appointment in order to perform job related duties and responsibilities.
• Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with animals.

Responsibilities

• Respond, investigate, and resolve animal-related complaints, including allegations of animal abuse/neglect.
• Rescue and retrieve animals that are restrained, confined, alive, dead, sick, injured, domesticated, wild, owned, stray, abused, neglected, or running at large.
• Attend hearings and testifies in response to animal complaints.
• Issue notices and citations related to Animal Control Ordinance violations.
• Handle animals in a safe and humane manner to protect the animal, self, and other citizens.
• Render appropriate aid to injured animals, and determines if veterinary services are needed.
• Prepare and submit reports, case files, and inspection paperwork according to department and divisional guidelines.
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance.
• Ensure assigned animal control vehicle is properly outfitted for duty.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description, however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

Benefits

• The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED