Animal Care & Regulation Officer (RFT)

JOB This position is responsible for the enforcement of animal care and regulation ordinances and for the impounding and care of animals.

Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.

Please Note:

This posting is for two positions. Animal Care is seeking to fill one position as soon as possible. The second posting will be available to start on or after July 6, 2026. Current Fiscal Year starting wage is N-1/$34.66 DOE. FY27 (Starting June 29, 2026) wage will increase to N-1/$35.80 DOE.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES N1 - N5 - DOE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Responds to emergency incidents involving bites or attacks, loose animals, aggressive animals, cruelty to animals, or other like events.

Investigates domestic animal bites, attacks, cruelty, or other violations of Title 24 through personal interviews, collection of statements, and collection of physical evidence and photographs.

Completes forms, reports, citations and other documentation.

Issues animal vaccination certifications and registrations.

Provides emergency first aid to domestic animals and determines if emergency veterinarian care is required.

Captures and transports loose, abandoned or impounded animals to the shelter and other appropriate locations.

Takes complaints involving domestic animals; ensures adequate information is gathered to initiate an investigation.

Files investigative reports and case files with the Chief Animal Control officer; makes recommendations for classifications consistent with Title 24.Enforces Title 24 through the issuance of administrative directives, warnings, or citations as required.

Attends court and provides testimony; presents evidence and assists witnesses at court proceedings and administrative hearings.

Assists the public with animal adoptions.

Assists in the intake processing of shelter animals.

Assists with kennel maintenance and operations.

Assists with crematorium operations.

Assists with public animal registration clinics.

Assists other local, state or federal agencies with animal related issues.

Inspects kennel facilities to ensure compliance with code.

Assists the Veterinarian with euthanasia and the medical treatment of animals.

Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment.

Performs related duties.