Animal Control Officer I/II

Animal Control Officer

Come join our team!

Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

The Prince George's County Department of The Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Animal Control Officer, (Animal Control Officer I/II) grade A15-A17 position, in the Animal Services Division.

About the Position

This is an entry-level to full performance role in the animal management field, whereby the incumbent ensures compliance of federal, state and local animal control codes, ordinances, and standards. The incumbent performs a variety of animal control services, which includes processing complaints, handling animals, maintenance of equipment and other related administrative duties. Work is performed and evaluated in accordance with departmental standards, rules, and regulations under the supervision of a higher-level Animal Control Officer.

About the Agency

The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders. Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Sustainability Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities and householders (Resource Recovery Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas and emission (Sustainability Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).

Examples of Work

• Respond, investigate, and resolve animal-related complaints, including allegations of animal abuse/neglect.
• Rescue and retrieve animals that are restrained, confined, alive, dead, sick, injured, domesticated, wild, owned, stray, abused, neglected, or running at large.
• Attend hearings and testifies in response to animal complaints.
• Issue notices and citations related to Animal Control Ordinance violations.
• Handle animals in a safe and humane manner to protect the animal, self, and other citizens.
• Render appropriate aid to injured animals, and determines if veterinary services are needed.
• Prepare and submit reports, case files, and inspection paperwork according to department and divisional guidelines.
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance.
• Ensure assigned animal control vehicle is properly outfitted for duty.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description, however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• One (1) year experience in inspection and code enforcement work to ensure compliance with animal control codes, ordinances and standards.
• A valid Maryland State driver's license is required upon appointment in order to perform job related duties and responsibilities.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with animals.

Each application must include information that clearly demonstrates the above qualifications for this position.

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: June 25, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Only online applications will be accepted.

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Internal Applicants: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.

Animal Control Officer

Come join our team!

Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

The Prince George's County Department of The Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Animal Control Officer, (Animal Control Officer I/II) grade A15-A17 position, in the Animal Services Division.

About the Position

This is an entry-level to full performance role in the animal management field, whereby the incumbent ensures compliance of federal, state and local animal control codes, ordinances, and standards. The incumbent performs a variety of animal control services, which includes processing complaints, handling animals, maintenance of equipment and other related administrative duties. Work is performed and evaluated in accordance with departmental standards, rules, and regulations under the supervision of a higher-level Animal Control Officer.

About the Agency

The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders. Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Sustainability Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities and householders (Resource Recovery Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas and emission (Sustainability Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).

Examples of Work

• Respond, investigate, and resolve animal-related complaints, including allegations of animal abuse/neglect.
• Rescue and retrieve animals that are restrained, confined, alive, dead, sick, injured, domesticated, wild, owned, stray, abused, neglected, or running at large.
• Attend hearings and testifies in response to animal complaints.
• Issue notices and citations related to Animal Control Ordinance violations.
• Handle animals in a safe and humane manner to protect the animal, self, and other citizens.
• Render appropriate aid to injured animals, and determines if veterinary services are needed.
• Prepare and submit reports, case files, and inspection paperwork according to department and divisional guidelines.
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance.
• Ensure assigned animal control vehicle is properly outfitted for duty.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the position description, however, are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• One (1) year experience in inspection and code enforcement work to ensure compliance with animal control codes, ordinances and standards.
• A valid Maryland State driver's license is required upon appointment in order to perform job related duties and responsibilities.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with animals.

Each application must include information that clearly demonstrates the above qualifications for this position.

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: June 25, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

Only online applications will be accepted.

Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Internal Applicants: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.

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