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On-Call Animal Control Officer
Are you an animal lover looking for meaningful, flexible work? If you’re dependable, comfortable working with animals, and ready to make a difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you!
The Town is seeking a dependable and flexible individual to serve as an On-Call Animal Control Officer. This position will provide coverage and respond to animal-related emergencies during evenings, weekends, holidays, and periods when the primary Animal Control Officer is on vacation or otherwise out of the office. The position requires a willingness to work irregular hours and respond to on-call situations as needed.
Responsibilities include enforcing applicable local and state animal control laws and regulations, responding to animal-related emergencies, and supporting the Animal Control Officer with various animal control activities.
Education & Experience
Physical Requirements:
The position requires the ability to perform physical activities including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and repetitive motions. This is a heavy work position requiring the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee may be exposed to fumes, odors, dust, varying temperatures, chemicals, and zoonotic diseases.
Special Qualifications & Training:
How to Apply/Deadline: Click on Apply Now (strongly preferred) or send cover letter and resume to Town Administrator’s Office, Sharon Town Offices, 90 South Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067. Applications received by Monday, October 5, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
The Town is seeking a dependable and flexible individual to serve as an On-Call Animal Control Officer. This position will provide coverage and respond to animal-related emergencies during evenings, weekends, holidays, and periods when the primary Animal Control Officer is on vacation or otherwise out of the office. The position requires a willingness to work irregular hours and respond to on-call situations as needed.
Responsibilities include enforcing applicable local and state animal control laws and regulations, responding to animal-related emergencies, and supporting the Animal Control Officer with various animal control activities.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two years of animal care experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.
- Valid Massachusetts Class D driver's license.
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of record keeping.
- Successful completion of a CORI check and drug screening.
Physical Requirements:
The position requires the ability to perform physical activities including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and repetitive motions. This is a heavy work position requiring the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee may be exposed to fumes, odors, dust, varying temperatures, chemicals, and zoonotic diseases.
Special Qualifications & Training:
- Massachusetts License to Carry (LTC) firearms permit is preferred but not required.
- Completion of 30 Education Credits (ECs) during the first year.
- Completion of Core Competencies Training upon hire or within the first year of employment.
- Completion of required continuing education credits while appointed as an Animal Control Officer.
How to Apply/Deadline: Click on Apply Now (strongly preferred) or send cover letter and resume to Town Administrator’s Office, Sharon Town Offices, 90 South Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067. Applications received by Monday, October 5, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
The Town of Sharon is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.