What You'll Be Doing

Passionate about animal welfare and public safety? Join our team as an Animal Control Officer!

You'll play a key role in protecting animals and the Wake County community by responding to calls, enforcing laws and regulations, promoting responsible pet ownership, and more.

If you’re committed to making a positive impact and have the skills to handle animals safely and respectfully, we want to hear from you!

About Our Team

The Wake County Animal Center is an open-admission animal shelter operated by Wake County Government. We receive all stray, abandoned and surrendered pets in Wake County. We work in partnership with fosters, volunteers and local rescues, to treat and rehome thousands of homeless animals every year. Animal Control’s primary mission is to protect the public health by enforcing State Rabies Laws. Animal Control is also involved in investigating animal cruelty, running loose and nuisance animals as well as animal bites and dangerous dogs. We are responsible for the unincorporated areas of Wake County, Apex, Morrisville, Fuquay-Varina, Knightdale, Wendell, Zebulon, Wake Forest and Rolesville.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of experience in animal control or veterinary-related work
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Certified Euthanasia Technician (CET) - must pass test/exam within 6 months of employment
• Certified Rabies Vaccinator (CRV) - must pass test/exam within 6 months of employment
• Additional licensing requirements may be needed dependent on position
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Three or more years in Animal Control or equivalent field
• Experience with CAD system
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Bachelors degree

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Knowledge of proper animal handling techniques
• Knowledge of state laws as they pertain to animal control violations
• Ability to investigate complaints
• Ability to capture and control animals
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

About This Position

Location: Wake County Animal Control Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Rotating 4 day, 10 hour shifts

Hiring Range: 23.20 - 28.42

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 6/12/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve four-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.3 billion, employs approximately 4,200 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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