Animal Control & Public Safety Officer

Jefferson County; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement matching

Wellness programs

Job summary

Jefferson County is seeking an Animal Control Officer to enforce county ordinances and state statutes relating to animal welfare. The role includes humane animal capture, investigations of cruelty and dangerous animals, public education, and coordination with the District Attorney’s office for court presentations.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, mediating disputes, and maintaining equipment and records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age by hire date.
• Pass pre-hire background investigation.
• Within 12 months obtain commission as Bureau of Animal Protection Agent (Peace Officer) and state certification from Animal Welfare Association of Colorado (AWAC).
• Education: GED or High School Diploma.
• Experience: Minimum one year animal control or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Respond to complaint calls such as leash law violations and animal disturbance.
• Interview witnesses, complainants, suspects; take enforcement action.
• Investigate animal cruelty, neglect, dog bite or dangerous animal cases.
• Maintain logs, inventory equipment, and provide dispatcher support.
• Assist patrol division during emergencies and incidents; support other agencies.

Skills

Public safety

Conflict resolution

Investigation

Communication skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Jefferson County is seeking an Animal Control Officer to enforce county ordinances and state statutes relating to animal welfare. The role includes humane animal capture, investigations of cruelty and dangerous animals, public education, and coordination with the District Attorney’s office for court presentations.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, mediating disputes, and maintaining equipment and records.