Animal Control & Rescue Officer

Jefferson Parish; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish in Louisiana seeks candidates to supplement the existing employment list for two vacancies in the West Jefferson Animal Shelter. The position enforces animal control laws, conducts patrols, rescues distressed animals, and handles impounding and related duties.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, checking vaccination records, issuing warnings, appearing in court, and preparing investigative reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of paid or volunteer experience with animals.
• College coursework in animal health care or related field may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Enforce animal control laws and ordinances.
• Respond to animal-related emergencies and conduct daily patrols.
• Rescue and transport distressed animals; impound when appropriate.
• Prepare investigative reports and perform property inspections.
• Appear in legal proceedings and communicate results to court officers or liaisons.

Skills

Animal handling

Patrols

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jefferson Parish in Louisiana seeks candidates to supplement the existing employment list for two vacancies in the West Jefferson Animal Shelter. The position enforces animal control laws, conducts patrols, rescues distressed animals, and handles impounding and related duties.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, checking vaccination records, issuing warnings, appearing in court, and preparing investigative reports.