Animal Control Officer- Part Time

Animal Control Officer (Part-Time)

The City of College Park seeks an experienced part-time Animal Control Officer to work 20 hours per week, including some nights and weekends. Some of the primary duties of the position are:

• Investigating resident complaints and allegations of animal cruelty.
• Removing animal remains from public and private property.
• Patrolling the city for stray and loose companion animals and injured wildlife.

The selected candidate must have excellent communication skills and be proficient with computers, in addition to the following:

• A high school diploma with at least one year post education
• A minimum of six months of animal handling experience
• A valid driver's license with good driving record
• MD DNR Wildlife Damage Control Operator permit (preferred) or must be obtained during the probational period.
• Animal Control Officer Certification (preferred) or must be obtained during the first year of employment.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

If this is you, please apply by completing an application at www.collegeparkmd.gov and include a cover letter and resume before the closing date of March 22, 2024. The starting hourly rate is $ 23.68- $24.73, depending on experience. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes Maryland State Retirement.

The City of College Park is an equal-opportunity employer.