Animal Control Officer
About The Position
Wake County Animal Control is currently accepting applications for our Animal Control Officer. Primary Duties: Perform public safety work in the enforcement of animal control ordinances Answer compliant calls and patrol areas of the County to humanely capture and impound animals Issue warnings or citations to violators of animal control laws Verify ownership and health records on impound animals Perform euthanasia of unwanted, injured or sick animals as required NOTE: Work Schedule: 4, 10 hour days with one weekend day. The Wake County Animal Center is an open-admission animal shelter operated by Wake County Government. We receive all stray, abandoned and surrendered pets in Wake County. We work in partnership with fosters, volunteers and local rescues, to treat and rehome thousands of homeless animals every year. Animal Control’s primary mission is to protect the public health by enforcing State Rabies Laws. Animal Control is also involved in investigating animal cruelty, running loose and nuisance animals as well as animal bites and dangerous dogs. We are responsible for the unincorporated areas of Wake County, Apex, Morrisville, Fuquay-Varina, Knightdale, Wendell, Zebulon, Wake Forest and Rolesville.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- One year of experience in animal control or veterinary-related work
- Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
- Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET) - must pass test/exam within 6 months of employment
- Certified Rabies Vaccinator (CRV) - must pass test/exam within 6 months of employment
- Additional licensing requirements may be needed dependent on position
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
- Knowledge of proper animal handling techniques
- Knowledge of state laws as they pertain to animal control violations
- Ability to investigate complaints
- Ability to capture and control animals
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Nice To Haves
- 3 or more years in the Animal Control or equivalent field
- Experience with or knowledge and use of "CAD" systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Bachelor’s degree
Responsibilities
- Perform public safety work in the enforcement of animal control ordinances
- Answer compliant calls and patrol areas of the County to humanely capture and impound animals
- Issue warnings or citations to violators of animal control laws
- Verify ownership and health records on impound animals
- Perform euthanasia of unwanted, injured or sick animals as required
- Investigating animal cruelty
- Running loose and nuisance animals
- Investigating animal bites and dangerous dogs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
