Animal Control Officer & Public Safety Investigator

Ingham County; Michigan; Sur place; USD 40 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter seeks an AC/LE Officer-2 to respond to citizen requests, investigate animal-related crimes, and manage enforcement activities across Ingham County. The role includes transporting animals, processing shelter intakes with vaccinations, and coordinating with veterinary staff.

The officer will document incidents, prepare warrants, attend court when required, and participate in community events while maintaining communication across departments and agencies.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or two years college in criminal justice, law enforcement or corrections.
• Prior public safety experience preferred; handling animals desired.

Responsabilités

• Respond to citizen requests for service and document incidents.
• Conduct initial and follow-up investigations on crimes concerning animals.
• Prepare and execute search warrants on criminal investigations.
• Gathers and documents evidence including photos and video.
• Capture and impound animals related to public safety threats.
• Issue summons and prepare warrant requests for violations of law and ordinance.
• Sells dog licenses and collects fees.
• Assist local and neighboring agencies with animal-related issues.
• Transport animals to other welfare organizations.
• Attend court on and off duty as required.
• Overtime as directed and participate in community events.
• Process animals for shelter intake including vaccinations and medications; coordinate with veterinary staff.
• Train incoming officers and document training.

Connaissances

Criminal investigations

Documentation

Animal handling

Communication

Court appearances

Driving

Formation

Associates degree or 2 years college in criminal justice/law enforcement/corrections

Outils

Police radios

Firearms

Animal capture equipment

Description du poste

Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter seeks an AC/LE Officer-2 to respond to citizen requests, investigate animal-related crimes, and manage enforcement activities across Ingham County. The role includes transporting animals, processing shelter intakes with vaccinations, and coordinating with veterinary staff.

The officer will document incidents, prepare warrants, attend court when required, and participate in community events while maintaining communication across departments and agencies.