Animal Control Officer — Humane Enforcement & Field Response

Fayette County Chamber of Commerce; Fayetteville (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Fayette County Chamber of Commerce announces a full-time Animal Control Officer position focused on enforcing the county animal control ordinance and ensuring humane treatment in protective custody. The incumbent may be designated “Senior Animal Control Officer” as duties expand to advanced responsibilities.

Key tasks include responding to calls, investigating cruelty, impounding animals, providing medical aid, and testifying in court when required.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Possession or ability to obtain a valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to citizen calls and investigate animal cruelty reports.
• Impound stray animals and provide aid to sick or injured animals.
• Disinfect kennels, feed and monitor animals, and prepare rabies specimens.
• Attend and testify in court as needed.
• Perform euthanasia according to standards.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies.

Job description

Fayette County Chamber of Commerce announces a full-time Animal Control Officer position focused on enforcing the county animal control ordinance and ensuring humane treatment in protective custody. The incumbent may be designated “Senior Animal Control Officer” as duties expand to advanced responsibilities.

Key tasks include responding to calls, investigating cruelty, impounding animals, providing medical aid, and testifying in court when required.