Animal Control & Welfare Officer

Wake County; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Animal Control in Raleigh, NC seeks an Animal Control Officer to handle animal related calls, enforce local and state laws, and educate the public. The role includes licensing, investigations, evidence collection, and report writing.

Required: high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, CET and CRV certifications to be obtained within six months. Four 10-hour shifts, weekend work, and a competitive pay range are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus relevant experience.
• Minimum one year in animal control or veterinary work.
• Euthanasia and rabies vaccination certifications required or to be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Respond to animal-related calls and complaints.
• Care, control, and licensing of animals within Wake County.
• Conduct investigations of abuse, cruelty, neglect, bites, and dangerous dogs.
• Educate and assist the public with animal concerns.
• Collect evidence and write detailed reports.
• Set traps for dogs and cats.
• On-call for after-hours emergencies.
• Work with county and local law enforcement.
• Prepare cases for court and testify as needed.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication

Investigations

Public education

Report writing

Evidence collection

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year of animal control or veterinary-related work

Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET)

Certified Rabies Vaccinator (CRV)

Bachelor’s degree

3+ years in animal control or related field

CAD system

Microsoft Office

Tools

CAD system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wake County Animal Control in Raleigh, NC seeks an Animal Control Officer to handle animal related calls, enforce local and state laws, and educate the public. The role includes licensing, investigations, evidence collection, and report writing.

Required: high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, CET and CRV certifications to be obtained within six months. Four 10-hour shifts, weekend work, and a competitive pay range are provided.