Humane Animal Services Officer

maricopa; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance

Opportunities for growth and develop.

Low-cost healthcare for dependents

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental

Extensive wellness program

Arizona State Retirement System with 0

Job summary

Maricopa County seeks an Animal Services Officer to manage humane capture and intake of stray animals, educate the public on responsible pet ownership, and enforce animal control laws. The role requires office presence and interaction with the public and partner agencies.

We value experience in animal-related work, public service, and bilingual communication. The position offers growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and robust benefits within Maricopa County’s animal care network.

Qualifications

• One year of animal-related work experience handling and caring for dogs and cats in a kennel facility, veterinary clinic, or animal hospital.
• One year of public service experience (i.e., park ranger, community outreach, or code enforcement officer).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas to ensure compliance with animal control regulations.
• Responds to routine and emergency animal control calls.
• Enforces animal control laws and ordinances, ensures humane treatment of animals and reviews licenses and rabies records.
• Locates, captures, contains, transports, and impounds stray animals using safe humane methods.
• Gathers evidence for cases, maintains chain of custody, testifies as needed.
• Performs daily duties at the shelter, including feeding, watering, and care of animals.

Skills

Animal care experience

Public service experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Maricopa County seeks an Animal Services Officer to manage humane capture and intake of stray animals, educate the public on responsible pet ownership, and enforce animal control laws. The role requires office presence and interaction with the public and partner agencies.

We value experience in animal-related work, public service, and bilingual communication. The position offers growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and robust benefits within Maricopa County’s animal care network.