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Prince George's County Government
Rescue Coordinator
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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
Come join our team! Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. The Prince George's County Department of The Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Rescue Coordinator (Community Development Aide I/II) , grade A05/A07 position, in the Animal Services Division . About the Position This is a full performance level, rescue coordinator position working in the area of Animal Management. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level supervisor and is evaluated in accordance with federal, state, and local procedures, laws, and regulations. Work is performed in a kennel/shelter setting and involves exposure to animals. While performing these duties, the incumbent may be exposed to loud noises, noxious odors and may be subjected to animal bites and/or scratches. About the Agency The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders. Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Sustainability Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities and householders (Resource Recovery Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas and emission (Sustainability Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).
- Promptly greets the public both in person and over the telephone to provide animal adoption and rescue opportunities.
- Understands and adheres to rescue procedures and adoption process to make appropriate matches between potential rescue organizations, adopters and animals.
- Communicates with relevant staff as to the animals scheduled to transition to the rescue organization and adopters.
- Accurately prepares and enters adopters, rescue organizations and animal information into the computer.
- Schedules animals for any testings and spay and neuters as needed.
- Willingly and cooperatively performs other tasks and duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description, however, as within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employees class of work.
EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Salary Range Transparency :
The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.Tentative Interview Dates :
August 27,2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.Job Location:
3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772Conditions of Employment :
Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
- Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee.