Animal Welfare & Public Safety Officer

Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers; Winters (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers is seeking an Animal Control Officer to enforce state and local animal laws, patrol a designated area, and respond to public inquiries to keep people and animals safe.

You will work with staff and the community, capture and transport animals, investigate complaints, issue warnings or citations, maintain records, and participate in local outreach.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year paid full-time experience at animal welfare agency/shelter or two years high-level volunteer experience.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area to locate violations of animal laws and ordinances.
• Safely captures and transports stray animals to impoundment facility.
• Responds to citizen, police, fire, and County requests for animal control assistance.
• Investigates complaints and animal bite cases with law enforcement.
• Issues warnings or citations for violations and presents cases in court.
• Prepares and maintains animal control records and reports.
• Educates the public regarding animal control services, local ordinances, and handling of wildlife.
• Must be able to work the allocated hours, including weekends, and report on short notice at any hour.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Military, Veterans and Diverse Job Seekers is seeking an Animal Control Officer to enforce state and local animal laws, patrol a designated area, and respond to public inquiries to keep people and animals safe.

You will work with staff and the community, capture and transport animals, investigate complaints, issue warnings or citations, maintain records, and participate in local outreach.