Animal Control Officer

Are you passionate about animal welfare and ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Control Officer to join our dynamic team. If you're someone who cares deeply about animal welfare, enjoys working with people from all walks of life, and thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment, this might be the perfect fit. At RASKC, you'll be part of a mission‑driven crew that rescues pets, reunites families, and helps animals find their forever homes. Plus, you’ll be working with a nationally recognized shelter that’s setting the standard for humane outcomes. ABOUT REGIONAL ANIMAL SERVICES OF KING COUNTY (RASKC) RASKC provides animal services to 24 cities and unincorporated King County, including: rescuing stray, injured, neglected or abused pets; reuniting orphaned pets with families and/or helping them find forever homes through RASKC's pet adoption centers in Kent and several other partner locations; providing pet licensing services; and offering diverse volunteering opportunities. King County is a national leader in improving animal outcomes with a live release rate above 90%. SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES To be considered minimally qualified, applicants must demonstrate a background that provides the knowledge, skill, and ability to: Respond to complaints of animal nuisance and vicious or abused animals, determine course of action, write reports, and issue written warnings or citations. Rescue domestic owned or stray animals, livestock and wildlife, including injured and deceased animals. Safely handle aggressive, sick, injured or diseased animals. Effectively communicate and use deescalating techniques when dealing with confrontational individuals. Safely drive a County vehicle obeying all laws, operate other required equipment in a safe and lawful manner, and transport animals to other shelters, veterinary facilities, or adoption events. Enforce animal control ordinances. Prepare court cases and testify in court. Educate and counsel the public on pet care and laws and regulations covering pet ownership. WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANIDATES WHO Have the ability to handle animals in a humane manner under a variety of conditions and are willing to vaccinate and euthanize animals as directed. Are experienced in animal handling and behavior assessment techniques, proper methods for the care and feeding of animals, cleaning of cages, kennels, and other areas. Have an interest in working directly with our diverse community, providing quality customer service by responding to complaints, inquiries, and problems using effective listening and clear communication. Can maintain composure under difficult and stressful situations. Are skilled in engaging and building relationships with colleagues, staff, and community members. Are customer‑focused, culturally aware, and comfortable talking about equity and social justice. Are passionate about teamwork. TENTATIVE INTERVIEW SCHEDULE Phone interviews are scheduled for the week of August 3rd‑7th. Final interviews are scheduled for the week of August 10th‑14th. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION The successful candidate must pass a pre‑employment physical including the ability to perform moderate to difficult strenuous manual tasks including lifting animals weighing up to sixty (60) pounds on a frequent basis. Successful candidate will need to complete the Animal Control Academy within 6 months of hire. Candidates must be able to pass a background check . Have or be able to obtain an Euthanasia Drug Certification within one year of hire. Have or are able to obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License at the time of hire. Our successful candidate must be able to work mandatory overtime, after hours, weekends, and holidays including on‑call availability. This position is represented by the Animal Control Officers Guild. CONTACT INFORMATION Karina Cordova, Human Resource Analyst . Email: View email address on click.appcast.io. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. KING COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EOO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. #J-18808-Ljbffr