Animal Control & Wildlife Services Officer

Animal Welfare Officer

Foster a humane attitude toward animal care and treatment through education and leading by example. Serve as a frontline responder to animal-related concerns within the community, providing guidance and addressing public inquiries related to animal welfare, state and local regulations, rabies quarantine protocols, and other concerns.

This role is well-suited for individuals with experience in municipal services, animal control, park services, wildlife management, or other public-facing field operations.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to and address stray, sick, injured, or aggressive domestic animals and wildlife in the field.
• Transport animals to appropriate facilities or perform humane field euthanasia when necessary.
• Perform technical animal rescues and enforce local/state animal laws, including dangerous animal complaints and citations.
• Investigate animal incidents, prepare and execute warrants, and collaborate with law enforcement and legal authorities.
• Write detailed reports, handle evidence, and maintain accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist with veterinary exams, rabies quarantine cases, and deceased animal removal.
• Educate the public on animal welfare issues, local ordinances, and responsible animal care; support emergency response efforts when required.
• Maintain professional communication via radio systems and ensure vehicles and equipment are clean, stocked, and field-ready.
• Participate in community outreach, public education, and partnership events.
• Provide humane care for all animals and collaborate with internal teams and external agencies as needed.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with previous customer service or public-facing experience.
• Prior experience (volunteering and/or professionally) working with animals is highly desirable. Experience in municipal, county, park services, wildlife agencies, or other public sector field roles is strongly valued.
• Ability to perform all essential job duties satisfactorily.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet job requirements (reasonable accommodation provided for individuals with disabilities).
• Capability to manage the emotional aspects of end-of-life services and humane euthanasia.
• Ability to support staff and the public during high-emotion situations.
• Flexible schedule with availability for irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and standby as needed.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check upon hire.
• Strong motivation toward animal welfare and humane treatment.
• Ability to work independently in field-based environments with minimal supervision.
• Maintain professionalism and perform effectively under pressure in dynamic, public-facing situations.

Animal Welfare Officer

Foster a humane attitude toward animal care and treatment through education and leading by example. Serve as a frontline responder to animal-related concerns within the community, providing guidance and addressing public inquiries related to animal welfare, state and local regulations, rabies quarantine protocols, and other concerns.

This role is well-suited for individuals with experience in municipal services, animal control, park services, wildlife management, or other public-facing field operations.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to and address stray, sick, injured, or aggressive domestic animals and wildlife in the field.
• Transport animals to appropriate facilities or perform humane field euthanasia when necessary.
• Perform technical animal rescues and enforce local/state animal laws, including dangerous animal complaints and citations.
• Investigate animal incidents, prepare and execute warrants, and collaborate with law enforcement and legal authorities.
• Write detailed reports, handle evidence, and maintain accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist with veterinary exams, rabies quarantine cases, and deceased animal removal.
• Educate the public on animal welfare issues, local ordinances, and responsible animal care; support emergency response efforts when required.
• Maintain professional communication via radio systems and ensure vehicles and equipment are clean, stocked, and field-ready.
• Participate in community outreach, public education, and partnership events.
• Provide humane care for all animals and collaborate with internal teams and external agencies as needed.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent) with previous customer service or public-facing experience.
• Prior experience (volunteering and/or professionally) working with animals is highly desirable. Experience in municipal, county, park services, wildlife agencies, or other public sector field roles is strongly valued.
• Ability to perform all essential job duties satisfactorily.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet job requirements (reasonable accommodation provided for individuals with disabilities).
• Capability to manage the emotional aspects of end-of-life services and humane euthanasia.
• Ability to support staff and the public during high-emotion situations.
• Flexible schedule with availability for irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and standby as needed.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check upon hire.
• Strong motivation toward animal welfare and humane treatment.
• Ability to work independently in field-based environments with minimal supervision.
• Maintain professionalism and perform effectively under pressure in dynamic, public-facing situations.

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