Animal Control Officer – Evening

Job Description

Animal Control Officer (Evening Shift)

FLSA Non-Exempt, Public Safety Union, 40 hours per week. $27.177 – $28.795 for steps 1-3 (salary range exceeds hiring range)

Make a difference by protecting residents, rescuing and caring for animals, enforcing local and state laws and responding to emergencies involving pets, wildlife, and livestock.

• Enforce all relevant state statutes and town laws relating to the control and regulation of animals
• Ensure the safe return, care, and handling of residential animals
• Provide protection to Norwood residents from annoyance, intimidation, irritation, and injury from animals
• Investigate complaints and animal bites.
• Enforce Massachusetts General Laws and town bylaws
• Provide first aid and emergency assistance
• Maintain records and reports
• Perform related work as required

Minimum Requirements: *

• High school education
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
• Possession of a license to carry firearms.
• Ability to complete Animal Control Certification
• Working knowledge of applicable Massachusetts General Laws and typical town bylaws governing the control and regulation of animals.
• Working knowledge of canine, feline, and large animal behavior and diseases. Basic knowledge of animal husbandry and emergency veterinary procedures.

*This posting is not meant to be inclusive of all job duties or qualification requirements

Full job posting available on our website: www.norwoodma.gov