The Prince George County Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Animal Control Officer. An individual employed as an Animal Control Officer will perform a wide range of activities such as enforcing animal control laws and ordinances; responding to animal control calls; patrolling to observe animal violations; picking up animals running loose, sick or injured animals; investigating animal bites; tending to animals in the animal shelter; preparing and maintaining records and files.
Apprehends, processes and impounds lost, injured or abandoned animals; restrains stray animals; sets traps for strays; lifts and carries animals;
Assists in shelter duties and in caring for animals; performs euthanasia; disposes of dead animals;
Releases animals from shelter in accordance with established procedures; handles pet adoption;
Performs simple equipment and vehicle maintenance;
Maintains records on animal shelter activities;
Cleans and maintains cages and animal shelter facility;
Checks animals for County tags and general health;
Drives vehicle and tow trailers; loads and unloads animals to and from vehicles/trailers;
Completes and maintains records and reports;
Writes summons for court and prepares statements;
Collects and deposits fees received at the animal shelter;
Participates in emergency response operations as required in a declared emergency by County officials; completes required NIMS training as a condition of employment;
Must have a Valid Virginia Drivers License;
Performs related tasks as required.
Possession of state mandated certification as animal control authority including summons power, basic mandated certification and administration of lethal drugs. Possession of sidearm certification shall be required and certifications for any additional weapons, if assigned by the department. All firearm certifications must be obtained within sixty (60) days of completion of animal control school or issuance of weapon(s).
To apply online visit our website at www.princegeorgecountyva.gov. To be considered for this position, applicants must fill out a County application. For additional information, please call (804)722-8669. EOE.