Two (2) years of full-time experience working in the capacity of an Animal Care Officer, Animal Control Officer, Animal Services Officer, or a similar classification for a public agency or humane society organization AND a bachelor's degree or higher in animal science, criminal justice, public administration, zoology, communications, psychology, or related field OR successful completion of a Veterinary Technology Program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Three (3) years of full-time experience working for a municipal government or non-profit agency, in a position that deals with public contact, ensuring compliance with local ordinances and state laws or involves the handling of animals AND a bachelor's degree or higher in animal science, criminal justice, public administration, zoology, communications, psychology, or related field OR successful completion of a Veterinary Technology Program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).