Animal Welfare & Community Safety Officer

Jefferson County; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Jefferson County is seeking an Animal Control Officer (SO) to enforce county ordinances and state statutes related to animal welfare. You will investigate cruelty cases, mediate conflicts, and assist with emergencies while maintaining public safety and humane animal handling.

The role requires 21+ by hire, commission within 12 months, and one year of experience; GED or HS diploma and Colorado LEA accreditation are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age by hire date.
• Within 12 months: obtain commission as a Bureau of Animal Protection Agent and AWAC certification.
• Continuing education and annual in-service training per BAP/AWAC.
• Prior animal control or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Education: GED or High School Diploma.
• Experience: Minimum one year.
• Certifications: Colorado Law Enforcement Accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Responds to complaints such as leash law violations and barking.
• Interviews witnesses and suspects and takes enforcement action.
• Mediates neighborhood disputes and conflicts.
• Investigates animal cruelty, neglect, and bites.
• Patrols county areas in a marked vehicle with high visibility.
• Conducts preliminary investigations of felony animal cruelty or dangerous dog cases.
• Maintains case load and follows up on enforcement of court sanctions.
• Assists with emergencies, traffic incidents, and park emergencies as needed.

Skills

Animal control experience

Law enforcement experience

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Jefferson County is seeking an Animal Control Officer (SO) to enforce county ordinances and state statutes related to animal welfare. You will investigate cruelty cases, mediate conflicts, and assist with emergencies while maintaining public safety and humane animal handling.

The role requires 21+ by hire, commission within 12 months, and one year of experience; GED or HS diploma and Colorado LEA accreditation are required.