Deputy Dog Warden

Deputy Dog Warden 1

Reports to Chief Dog Warden

Join the Team at Cincinnati Animal CARE

At Cincinnati Animal CARE (CAC), we do work that matters.

Every day, our team protects animals, supports our community, and helps save thousands of lives each year through compassionate care, advocacy, and education.

This work is meaningful, fast-paced, and can be challenging, but for the right person, it’s incredibly rewarding.

We are a team built for impact, made up of people who care deeply, work hard, support one another, and show up every day committed to making a difference.

If you are passionate about animals, thrive in a mission-driven environment, and want your work to have purpose, we’d love to have you join us.

About the Role

We are looking for a Deputy Dog Warden 1 to join our team and play an important role in supporting CAC’s mission.

In this position, you will:

• Enforce Ohio Revised Code (ORC) Chapters 955 and 959, conduct field investigations, issue citations, prepare reports and court documentation, handle and transport animals safely, collect evidence for legal proceedings, maintain required records, and assist during emergency situations.
• Respond to animal-related complaints, capture and impound stray animals, and investigate dog bites, cruelty, neglect, and nuisance animal cases
• Educate the public on responsible pet ownership.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys meaningful work, takes pride in helping others, and wants to contribute to a growing organization making a real impact in the community.

Dog Warden Levels

Deputy Dog Warden 1: carries firearms, more time dedicated to ORC 959 pertaining to animal cruelty and neglect investigations

Deputy Dog Warden 2: does not carry firearms; more time dedicated to ORC 955 pertaining to stray dogs and dog bites

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Your day-to-day may include:

Law Enforcement and Animal Control

• Enforce Ohio Revised Code Chapters 955 and 959 and applicable animal control regulations within Hamilton County.
• Respond to animal-related calls for service and public complaints.
• Investigate reports involving stray, lost, injured, dangerous, nuisance, neglected, or abused animals.
• Patrol assigned areas to locate, capture, return, or impound stray, unlicensed, or at-large animals.
• Conduct dog license compliance checks and issue citations, notices of violation, and criminal complaints when appropriate.
• Appear in court and provide testimony related to investigations and enforcement actions.

Animal Care and Handling

• Safely capture, handle, transport, and impound animals using approved equipment and methods.
• Provide basic animal care and first aid as directed by the CAC Medical Director.
• Set and monitor live traps when necessary to safely confine animals running at large.
• Communicate clearly with shelter staff to determine disposition and transfer of animals with behavior or medical concerns.
• Maintain accurate records for impounded animals and related case activity.

Investigations and Documentation

• Conduct thorough investigations of animal cruelty, neglect, abandonment, dog bite, and other animal-related incidents.
• Collect, preserve, and document evidence for administrative, civil, or criminal proceedings.
• Complete required reports, forms, case files, and statistical records in accordance with agency policy and legal requirements.
• Maintain records required for animal quarantines and public health compliance.

Community Engagement

• Educate the public on animal control laws, responsible pet ownership, animal safety, and available resources.
• Respond to public inquiries and assist in resolving animal-related disputes and concerns.
• Participate in community outreach and educational programs as assigned.

Emergency Response and Equipment Maintenance

• Assist during emergencies,…