Animal Control Officer

Job Information

The Frederick County Division of Animal Control is committed to serving the community through education and resources, humane law enforcement, and animal sheltering. We are proud of an impressive legacy of progressive thinking and community outreach that has reduced animal intake, reduced unwanted litters, and ultimately reduced animal euthanasia. Members of the Animal Control team have a unique opportunity to not only make a difference for the homeless animals of Frederick County, but to engage in a rewarding career that demands hard work, integrity, high standards, and constant learning.

Working with animals and serving the public—what better job could there be?

Non‑exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible; additional compensation to include uniforms, equipment, on‑call compensation, and job‑related trainings); full‑time; 40 hours per week (varied schedule, Sunday thru Saturday); full benefits.

This skilled position is responsible for the safe apprehension of uncontrolled or dangerous animals and transporting them to the Animal Control Center, while enforcing relevant sections of State, County and City laws. The Animal Control Officer also serves as an investigator in animal cruelty cases and assists with case preparation for Court. Supervision is received from the Animal Control Officer Supervisor and/or the Director of Animal Control.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full‑time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high‑deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low‑cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include:
  Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee‑paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage
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• Respond to calls received at the Animal Control Center concerning animal bites, livestock kills, stray and injured animals, etc.
• Educate the public in the proper care of animals
• Enforce animal and fowl regulations and other relevant sections of the Frederick County Code, Frederick City Code and Maryland State Code, including transportation of domestic and wild animals to the Center when necessary
• Compile, prepare and submit related forms and reports, including controlled substance logs and records
• Participate in investigative efforts regarding animal…