Part-Time Animal Control Officer

City of Murphysboro; Murphysboro (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Murphysboro in Illinois is seeking a Part-Time Animal Control Officer. The position offers a starting pay of $20.00 per hour and involves enforcing animal laws, investigating cruelty or neglect, and responding to complaints from the public.

The officer will conduct investigations, file written reports, and collaborate with local agencies to protect both human and animal populations. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to document evidence clearly, coordinate bite

Responsibilities

• Protect both human and animal populations by enforcing animal laws and investigating cruelty or neglect.
• Investigate complaints from the public and other agencies regarding nuisance, stray, uncontrolled, dangerous or diseased animals.
• Conduct investigations of complaints regarding animal cruelty and neglect; investigate animal bites, arranging for appropriate identification and quarantine.
• Written reports of all activity shall be prepared.

Job description

The City of Murphysboro, Illinois, is accepting applications for a Part-Time Animal Control Officer. Starting Pay for this position is $20.00 per hour.

The primary duties of an Animal Control Officer is to:

• Protect both human and animal populations by enforcing animal laws and investigating cruelty or neglect.
• Investigate complaints from the public and other agencies regarding nuisance, stray, uncontrolled, dangerous or diseased animals.
• Conduct investigations of complaints regarding animal cruelty and neglect; investigate animal bites, arranging for appropriate identification and quarantine.
• Written reports of all activity shall be prepared.