Animal Control Officer- Part-time
Salary
$19.21 - $21.74 Hourly
Location
31 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack
Job Type
Part-Time
Department
Police Department
Division
Patrol
Opening Date
04/16/2026
Closing Date
5/25/2026 4:30 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Normal Work Days:
Monday - Friday
Hours of Work:
hours vary dependent upon department need and employee availability
Job Summary
Enforces state law and municipal ordinances pertaining to the regulation and control of dogs and other animals, which involves the investigation of compliance concerning regulation, licensing and control.
Examples of Duties
(Any position may not include all duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties, which may be found in positions of this c1ass.)
- Investigates complaints by citizens regarding stray, sick and vicious animals; interviews persons concerned, observes and examines animals; determines if any local ordinances or state laws have been violated and takes appropriate action including catching, confining and quarantining animals.
- Issues summonses to unresponsive animal owners and appears as a witness in District Court.
- Rescues or aids in the rescue of trapped, wounded sick or injured animals.
- Maintains logs of animals transported to the Animal Rescue League.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of the habits and behavior patterns of animals and the methods of handling them; Working knowledge of state and local laws pertaining to animals. Some knowledge of the geography of the town; Ability to handle gentle and vicious animals; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the general public, often under adverse situations; Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Ability to react quickly and calmly under emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Some experience in work affording familiarity with animals and public contact work.
______________________________________________________
The Town of Merrimack is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town of Merrimack does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law, nor does it tolerate discrimination or harassment based on these protected statuses. Inquiries regarding discrimination, including matters related to physical or mental disability, may be directed to the Human Resources Director at (603) 424-2331.
Employer
Town of Merrimack
Address
6 Baboosic Lake Road
Merrimack, New Hampshire, 03054
Phone
(603)424-2331
Website