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Kalamazoo County Government

Animal Services & Enforcement Officer

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Kalamazoo, MI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 17 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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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.

$43,828 / year median in Michigan

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

The final schedule, determined by seniority, will include on-call and weekends with a normal work week consisting of (4) 10-hour days between Mon-Sat.

Union Affiliation:

Represented by Michigan Council #25, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Union Local 1677.02.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The purpose of this job is to enforce local, county, and state animal laws and ordinances. Responds to calls and captures animals that may be sick, injured, or aggressive. Performs euthanasia. Educates the public on animal laws. Investigates complaints and issues citations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Patrols assigned areas to enforce state, county, and local laws regarding stray, dangerous and nuisance domestic animals. Investigates animal-related complaints. Manages and mitigates wildlife hazards, including performing euthanasia and other duties for humane animal protection and control. Performs license checks, such as rabies vaccinations, and record management activities in accordance with County regulations. Educates community members on proper and humane animal care. Performs related work as required.