Animal Control Officer

This position is responsible for the enforcement of animal control ordinances. The job posting is open until filled or until October 2, 2026.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Receives complaints from rural county residents.
• Set animal traps.
• Captures and transports stray, suspected rabid, and injured animals.
• Captures and manages aggressive animals.
• Delivers animals to appropriate shelter, Veterinary Clinic, Raptor Center or other appropriate location
• Investigates bite reports; ensures animal is secured in quarantine.
• Investigates cruelty or neglect complaints.
• Maintains current and accurate documentation of completed work in Animal Control program/database, and on appropriate forms.
• Completes office work, including but not limited to, complaint/animal paperwork, computer work, database entry and record keeping.
• Maintains assigned vehicle with routine maintenance, cleaning and disinfecting.
• Initiates warrants; testifies in court.
• Assists county law enforcement with animal related cases.
• Consults with veterinarians, and other animal related businesses and organizations.
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
• Delivers presentations to community groups.
• Educates the public and participates in public events.
• Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of local ordinances, laws and regulations governing domestic animals.
• Knowledge of animal behavior and animal control tools, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of infectious disease characteristics and control.
• Knowledge of county and department regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of county geography and roads.
• Knowledge of the chemicals used in the disinfection of animal kennels.
• Knowledge of traffic hazards, safety principles, rules, regulations and speed limits.
• Skill in the trapping and transportation of animals.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to resolve problems and handle complaints from citizens concerning animal control.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of related experience, or equivalent. Possession of a valid state issued driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee must frequently lift light and heavy objects, climb ladders, use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguish between shades of color.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work is typically performed in an office, an animal shelter/Veterinary Clinic, and outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and hot, cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves.

Applicants should apply at the Alabama State Employment Office or the Lee County Commission Office

(215 South 9th Street, Opelika, Alabama) Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM. An employee in this position is subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Interested applicants may also fax a completed application to (334) 737-3609 or emailed to humanresources@leeco.us by the closing date.

Previous applicants should reapply. For more information visit: www.leeco.us.

Lee County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we will recruit, hire, train, promote, discipline, and discharge in all eligible job groups without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation or genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described in accordance to Subtitle A of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12131).