Town of Phippsburg - Animal Control Officer

Start Date: April 10, 2025 | End Date: May 09, 2025
County: Sagadahoc County
Job Type: Public Safety - Police
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Phippsburg Police Department

Animal Control Officer - Part Time

The Phippsburg Police Department is looking to fill a Part-time Animal Control Officer position for a small, community-service oriented department.

The position requires approximately 750 hours annually, including training time. Most of those hours are worked from Memorial Day through Labor Day, including evening and weekend callouts when necessary. The Animal Control Officer is a year-round part-time position.

Candidates must be 21 years old, possess a valid Maine driver’s license, possess a High School Diploma or GED, have no criminal history, and pass a background check. Seeking applicants with strong communication skills. The rate of pay starts at $24 per hour with starting pay negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. Students must be 21 years old, or 20 years old with at least 60 credits from an accredited college, or age 19, currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary education program.

The Town of Phippsburg will provide all uniforms, equipment and will pay for training when hired. The starting rate of pay is commensurate with experience.

Applications can be downloaded online at www.phippsburg.com or be picked up in person at the Phippsburg Town Hall during business hours (Monday – Friday, 9-1 and 2-5).

Applications will be reviewed as they are received by a deadline of May 9th or until candidates are found. We encourage applicants who have previous ACO or law enforcement experience to apply, however we are willing to train the right candidate.

Questions should be directed to Chief Erick Halpin at (207) 389-2653 and [email protected] during business hours.

The Town of Phippsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.