Deputy Dog Warden 1

Job overview

Deputy Dog Warden 1 is an onsite, full-time role in Cincinnati, OH, serving Hamilton County. Compensation is $22.40 per hour during training and from $25.90 per hour after successful completion of the 90-day training period. Cincinnati Animal CARE’s work includes protecting animals, supporting the community, and providing animal care, advocacy, and education. The role enforces animal-control laws, responds to complaints, investigates animal-related cases, and safely handles and transports animals. It supports public safety and animal welfare through field response, documentation, court participation, and community education.

What you'll do

• Enforce Ohio Revised Code Chapters 955 and 959
• respond to calls and complaints
• investigate animal-related incidents
• patrol assigned areas and capture or impound animals
• issue citations and appear in court
• handle and transport animals
• collect and document evidence
• maintain case and quarantine records
• educate the public
• assist with emergencies and maintain equipment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

deputy dog warden 1

full-time

cincinnati oh

cincinnati animal care

animal control

animal welfare

field investigations

law enforcement

firearms

on-call rotation

$22.40–$25.90 per hour

weekend availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Retirement plan with employer match
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• professional development assistance
• life insurance.

Why this role

Deputy Dog Warden 1 carries firearms and focuses more on animal cruelty and neglect investigations. The role requires rotating 24/7 on-call availability, weekend and holiday availability, and may involve rotating shifts.

About the employer

Cincinnati Animal CARE is hiring for this role. Industry: Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services. Sector: 81.