ANIMAL SERVICES & ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 051-26

ANIMAL SERVICES & ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 051-26

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ANIMAL SERVICES & ENFORCEMENT

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

Full-time: 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.

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• 6 months + training beyond High School
• 1 to 3 years of related work experience in public safety, animal handling, or related field.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• State certifications in animal control and euthanasia

Pay Scale-105

Fulltime - Shift varies

Position : 10429004

Code : 26051-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Job Family : ANIMAL CARE

Posting Start : 04/16/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999

Details : Benefits Information

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $20.89

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