Orange County Government
Animal Services Officer, Enforcement - $1000 Sign On Incentive
Orange County Government, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Animal Services Officer, Enforcement – $1000 Sign‑On Incentive
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Overview At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
This position has a work schedule of Tuesday through Saturday 3:00 pm–11:30 pm, holidays included. It may be eligible for a $1,000 sign‑on incentive.
Job Description General Functions : Ensures compliance with animal services ordinances and resolutions, patrols Orange County (including incorporated areas), responds to complaints pertaining to animals and ensures the safety and welfare of citizens. Transports, handles, and shelters animals.
Work is performed under the direction of the Senior Animal Services Officer and is reviewed by observation, written reports, and effectiveness of results achieved.
Conditions of Work : Varies with irregular hours, on‑call status, weekend/holiday assignments. Exposure to adverse weather, remote areas, fumes, and potentially violent or ill animals. Requires occasional lifting of 25–50 pounds and handling of objects over 50 pounds.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Enforces provisions of all applicable animal services ordinances, codes, laws, resolutions, and regulations; initiates actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; issues warning notices or citations as appropriate.
Responds to incoming calls concerning various animal issues (bites, potential cruelty, animals in distress, stray animals, barking dogs, sick/injured animals, behavior problems, or animal control laws).
Provides information, assistance, and education to the public regarding animal services, county ordinances, humane treatment of animals, and animal behavior problems; makes presentations to schools, civic groups, and community organizations.
Mediates and resolves citizen disputes regarding animal incidences.
Conducts investigations and performs follow‑up as needed; determines whether court action is appropriate; assists in preparing for court cases and participates in court activities as needed.
Patrols county roads to locate and pick up stray animals; assists animals in problem situations; captures domestic, wild, dangerous, aggressive, or injured animals; sets and monitors animal traps; loads/unloads animals into/out of cages; transports animals to animal shelter or other locations; relocates displaced wildlife; removes dead animals from roadways.
Handles, lifts, and carries animals, restraining as appropriate including frightened, fractious, and injured animals; checks animals for rabies tags, owner identification, signs of rabies, disease or other illnesses; quarantines exposed animals; identifies dog and cat breeds and their characteristics; recognizes normal and abnormal behavior in domestic and wild animals.
Performs kennel duties: morning feedings, waterings, cleaning, disinfecting, medical treatments, laboratory work, bathing animals in tick dips, and other aspects of animal care. Monitors inventory levels of equipment, tools, and supplies.
Performs euthanasia and incineration; prepares deceased animals for examination.
Participates in training new employees and performs work for coworkers in their absence or as required.
Operates machinery, equipment, and tools associated with animal services activities including vehicles, restraint equipment, traps, catchpoles, nets, and radio communication equipment. Follows safety procedures and utilizes safety equipment.
Prepares, completes, and receives various forms, reports, correspondence, court records, animal complaints, policies, procedures, general orders, laws, codes, manuals, and maps; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, law enforcement personnel, other animal control agencies, veterinarians, citizens, violators, community organizations and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Provides information and education to the public concerning animal services issues, ordinances and resolutions, humane treatment, and animal behavior problems.
Maintains current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.
Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent and three (3) years experience working with the public resolving problems/complaints or dealing with enforcement related issues. Basic knowledge in the care of animals. Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing. Ability to follow and understand procedures. Maintain a home telephone number and possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
Training Requirements Within One Year of Hire
Successfully complete a mandatory forty (40) hour Animal Control course as required by Florida State Statute.
Successfully complete Orange County Animal Services Officer training course.
Successfully complete a sixteen (16) hour Chemical Capture course.
Possess State of Florida Incinerator Certification, or successfully complete training and obtain certification within one year of hire.
Successfully complete a sixteen (16) hour euthanasia certification course.
Application Deadline Open Date: 10/20/2025 Close Date: 11/03/2025 This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information Pay Grade: 113 – $23.84 to $31.10 per hour FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt Placement based on Education and Experience
Sign‑On Incentive This position may be eligible for a $1,000 sign‑on incentive. Current County employees are not eligible.
Benefits
10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
18 days paid time off per year.
Longevity bonus based on years of service.
6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
Free basic life, long‑term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
Employee assistance program includes multiple free one‑on‑one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Veterans Preference For Veterans’ Preference, provide required eligibility documentation by the closing date, upload to the secure Box.com folder, and include Job ID number, title, full name, and last 4 digits of SSN. Current employee returning from active military service may qualify for promotion preference under Veterans' Preference.
Additional Information Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre‑employment drug, physical and background check. This position is located at the Orange County Animal Shelter in Orlando, Florida. Notes: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Orange County Government by 2×.
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Overview At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
This position has a work schedule of Tuesday through Saturday 3:00 pm–11:30 pm, holidays included. It may be eligible for a $1,000 sign‑on incentive.
Job Description General Functions : Ensures compliance with animal services ordinances and resolutions, patrols Orange County (including incorporated areas), responds to complaints pertaining to animals and ensures the safety and welfare of citizens. Transports, handles, and shelters animals.
Work is performed under the direction of the Senior Animal Services Officer and is reviewed by observation, written reports, and effectiveness of results achieved.
Conditions of Work : Varies with irregular hours, on‑call status, weekend/holiday assignments. Exposure to adverse weather, remote areas, fumes, and potentially violent or ill animals. Requires occasional lifting of 25–50 pounds and handling of objects over 50 pounds.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Enforces provisions of all applicable animal services ordinances, codes, laws, resolutions, and regulations; initiates actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; issues warning notices or citations as appropriate.
Responds to incoming calls concerning various animal issues (bites, potential cruelty, animals in distress, stray animals, barking dogs, sick/injured animals, behavior problems, or animal control laws).
Provides information, assistance, and education to the public regarding animal services, county ordinances, humane treatment of animals, and animal behavior problems; makes presentations to schools, civic groups, and community organizations.
Mediates and resolves citizen disputes regarding animal incidences.
Conducts investigations and performs follow‑up as needed; determines whether court action is appropriate; assists in preparing for court cases and participates in court activities as needed.
Patrols county roads to locate and pick up stray animals; assists animals in problem situations; captures domestic, wild, dangerous, aggressive, or injured animals; sets and monitors animal traps; loads/unloads animals into/out of cages; transports animals to animal shelter or other locations; relocates displaced wildlife; removes dead animals from roadways.
Handles, lifts, and carries animals, restraining as appropriate including frightened, fractious, and injured animals; checks animals for rabies tags, owner identification, signs of rabies, disease or other illnesses; quarantines exposed animals; identifies dog and cat breeds and their characteristics; recognizes normal and abnormal behavior in domestic and wild animals.
Performs kennel duties: morning feedings, waterings, cleaning, disinfecting, medical treatments, laboratory work, bathing animals in tick dips, and other aspects of animal care. Monitors inventory levels of equipment, tools, and supplies.
Performs euthanasia and incineration; prepares deceased animals for examination.
Participates in training new employees and performs work for coworkers in their absence or as required.
Operates machinery, equipment, and tools associated with animal services activities including vehicles, restraint equipment, traps, catchpoles, nets, and radio communication equipment. Follows safety procedures and utilizes safety equipment.
Prepares, completes, and receives various forms, reports, correspondence, court records, animal complaints, policies, procedures, general orders, laws, codes, manuals, and maps; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, law enforcement personnel, other animal control agencies, veterinarians, citizens, violators, community organizations and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Provides information and education to the public concerning animal services issues, ordinances and resolutions, humane treatment, and animal behavior problems.
Maintains current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, new procedures, trends, and advances in the profession.
Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent and three (3) years experience working with the public resolving problems/complaints or dealing with enforcement related issues. Basic knowledge in the care of animals. Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing. Ability to follow and understand procedures. Maintain a home telephone number and possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
Training Requirements Within One Year of Hire
Successfully complete a mandatory forty (40) hour Animal Control course as required by Florida State Statute.
Successfully complete Orange County Animal Services Officer training course.
Successfully complete a sixteen (16) hour Chemical Capture course.
Possess State of Florida Incinerator Certification, or successfully complete training and obtain certification within one year of hire.
Successfully complete a sixteen (16) hour euthanasia certification course.
Application Deadline Open Date: 10/20/2025 Close Date: 11/03/2025 This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information Pay Grade: 113 – $23.84 to $31.10 per hour FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt Placement based on Education and Experience
Sign‑On Incentive This position may be eligible for a $1,000 sign‑on incentive. Current County employees are not eligible.
Benefits
10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
18 days paid time off per year.
Longevity bonus based on years of service.
6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
Free basic life, long‑term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
Employee assistance program includes multiple free one‑on‑one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Veterans Preference For Veterans’ Preference, provide required eligibility documentation by the closing date, upload to the secure Box.com folder, and include Job ID number, title, full name, and last 4 digits of SSN. Current employee returning from active military service may qualify for promotion preference under Veterans' Preference.
Additional Information Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre‑employment drug, physical and background check. This position is located at the Orange County Animal Shelter in Orlando, Florida. Notes: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Orange County Government by 2×.
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