Field Animal Control Officer – Public Safety

Collier County Government; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Ongoing training and certification

Supportive team

Job summary

Collier County seeks an Animal Control Officer dedicated to animal welfare and public service. You'll respond to emergencies, enforce ordinances, and educate the public while protecting both animals and residents.

This role involves fieldwork, trapping or transporting animals humanely, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have a high school diploma, valid Florida driver's license, strong reporting skills, and a passion for serving the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to write complete and detailed reports.
• Comfortable handling all types of animals - from friendly pups to scared ferals.
• A passion for public service, animal welfare, and doing the right thing - even when it’s hard.

Responsibilities

• Patrol neighborhoods and respond to calls about stray, injured, abused, or dangerous animals.
• Investigate animal bites, welfare complaints, and violations of animal control laws as well as various other codes and ordinances.
• Capture and transport animals humanely (including the use of traps or handling tools).
• Provide basic medical care or emergency transport for injured animals.
• Enforce licensing, vaccination, and permitting regulations.
• Educate the community on animal safety, adoption, ordinances, and pet care.
• Assist with public events, emergency responses (hurricanes, fires, etc.), and disaster preparedness for animals.
• Maintain accurate records in our database system.
• Conduct inspections of breeders, shelters, rescues, rodeos, and more; issue citations/ NOV; assist at off-site events; follow up on non-compliance.

Skills

Strong communication

Conflict resolution

Report writing

Public service

Animal welfare

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Collier County seeks an Animal Control Officer dedicated to animal welfare and public service. You'll respond to emergencies, enforce ordinances, and educate the public while protecting both animals and residents.

This role involves fieldwork, trapping or transporting animals humanely, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have a high school diploma, valid Florida driver's license, strong reporting skills, and a passion for serving the community.