Job Description

About the Role

The Animal Control Officer supports PAW's municipal animal control contracts through humane bylaw enforcement, responsive customer service, and community programs. You'll protect public and animal safety while serving as a calm, professional problem-solver in the field, reporting to the Animal Control Team Leader. We're looking for someone driven to help the community, represent PAW with compassion and respect, and who embraces our mission and shared values.

Key Responsibilities

Enforce municipal bylaws and fulfill all animal control duties under PAW's contracts. Conduct park patrols and field investigations in all weather conditions. Sell and record dog licenses (at assigned locations and door-to-door). Pick up and transport stray/owned animals safely and humanely. Educate the public and represent PAW professionally at functions and events. Maintain accurate logs/reports; attend monthly animal control meetings. Clean and maintain vehicles, equipment, and supplies. Assist crematorium operations as needed. Support PAW's charitable activities and community programs. Follow end-of-day procedures to secure facilities. Perform other duties as assigned and work toward assigned goals.

Qualifications & Skills

Familiarity with animal behavior Bylaw/law-enforcement education an asset. Strong oral and written communication; diplomatic, tactful, and professional with the public and partner agencies. De-escalation/conflict resolution skills (training/experience an asset). Comfortable with IT systems, reporting, and data entry. Valid, clean driver's license (required). Eligible to be sworn in as a bylaw enforcement officer by municipalities (required). Physically fit--able to handle large dogs and patrol on foot for extended periods. Bilingualism (English/French) considered an asset. Strong desire to serve the public and uphold PAW's mission.

Working Conditions

Based at the shelter, with most time spent in the field (vehicle-based calls and on-foot park patrols). Exposure to all weather conditions; occasional handling of fractious animals and challenging situations. Scheduling may include holidays, evenings, weekends, and on-call assignments.

PAW is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to $17.98 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Store discount Vision care
Language:

I am bilingual (English and French) (preferred)
Work Location: In person