Part-Time Animal Control & Public Safety Officer

King and Queen County; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home car when conditions met

Uniform and equipment provided

Job summary

The King and Queen County Sheriff's Office is seeking a part-time Animal Control Officer. The role may require up to 29 hours per week and involves enforcing state and county animal control laws, Virginia statutes, and contributing to public safety efforts.

Uniform and equipment are provided; a take-home car is offered if the employee lives in the county and responds to 75% of callouts. Residency requirements may be waived by the Sheriff.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Animal Control Officer certification within a year of employment.
• Court Security/Civil Process Certification within a year, if 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Enforce animal control laws at state and county level.
• Enforce Virginia laws and regulations as required by the Sheriff.
• Respond to complaints from citizens and take appropriate action.
• Issue citations and warnings for animal mistreatment.
• Capture/trap stray animals and transport them to the animal shelter.
• Handle incidents with dangerous or destructive animals.
• Investigate livestock damage and livestock cruelty, neglect, or abandonment.
• Assist in euthanasia of unclaimed animals when needed.
• Examine animals for injuries or malnutrition.
• Enforce licensing and rabies laws and provide testimony in court.
• Prepare incident, monthly and annual reports; write detailed reports.
• Make presentations on animal welfare and related laws; assist Court Security Deputies as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Animal Control Officer certification within 1 year

Court Security / Civil Process certification within 1 year (if 21+)

Job description

The King and Queen County Sheriff's Office is seeking a part-time Animal Control Officer. The role may require up to 29 hours per week and involves enforcing state and county animal control laws, Virginia statutes, and contributing to public safety efforts.

Uniform and equipment are provided; a take-home car is offered if the employee lives in the county and responds to 75% of callouts. Residency requirements may be waived by the Sheriff.