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Calvert County, MD
On-Call Field Animal Control Officer
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What they do
An Animal Control Officer works for a police department or public safety agency and responds to calls for help with abandoned or mistreated animals. Assists with capturing wild animals found in city neighborhoods or populated areas.
$49,227 / year median in Maryland
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Calvert County Government seeks an Animal Control Officer (ACO) to enforce local/state animal welfare laws through fieldwork and 24/7 coverage. You will respond to stray, injured, dangerous, and neglected animals, write citations, seize animals when needed, and testify in court as required.
The role requires independent judgment, strong communication, and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations while working with public safety partners and health departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description Calvert County Government seeks an Animal Control Officer (ACO) to enforce local/state animal welfare laws through fieldwork and 24/7 coverage. You will respond to stray, injured, dangerous, and neglected animals, write citations, seize animals when needed, and testify in court as required.
The role requires independent judgment, strong communication, and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations while working with public safety partners and health departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr
The role requires independent judgment, strong communication, and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations while working with public safety partners and health departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description Calvert County Government seeks an Animal Control Officer (ACO) to enforce local/state animal welfare laws through fieldwork and 24/7 coverage. You will respond to stray, injured, dangerous, and neglected animals, write citations, seize animals when needed, and testify in court as required.
The role requires independent judgment, strong communication, and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations while working with public safety partners and health departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr