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Field Services Supervisor (Animal Control Officer III) Print ( Apply ufeff Field Services Supervisor (Animal Control Officer III) Salary $72,125.46 - $120,208.82 Annually Location FAIRFAX (EJ13), VA Job Type FT Hourly W BN Job Number 26-00543 Department Animal Services Opening Date 04/04/2026 Closing Date 5/1/2026 3:09 PM Eastern Pay Grade S25 Posting Type Open to General Public + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Announcement Are you passionate about animal welfare and ready to make a meaningful impact in our community? Join our team as a Field Services Supervisor in the newly created Field Services Division of Fairfax County Animal Services About Us: With a population of 1.2 million people, our community is rich with companion animals, livestock, and diverse wildlife, making every day as an ASO both Engaging and rewarding. Our department is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of both animals and residents in Fairfax County. With two shelter campuses, we care for 4,000u20135,000 animals annually and maintain a consistent live release rate of over 90%. This supervisory position offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of animal welfare and public safety. What Youu2019ll Do: Animal Services Officers (ASOs) enforce the animal control laws and regulations in Fairfax County. As a Field Services Supervisor leading a team of ASOs, youu2019ll be directly and indirectly involved in essential responsibilities such as capturing stray animals, rescuing sick or injured wildlife, investigating cases of animal cruelty and dangerous animals, and responding to animal bites and exposure incidents. Additionally, you will educate the public, provide vital resources to the community, and, when necessary, perform humane euthanasia, all while making a tangible impact on both animal welfare and public safety. For more information about a career with Field Services, visit here (. To learn more about Fairfax County Animal Services, please visit our webpage here (. Responsibilities: + Supervise and successfully lead a team of animal services officers. + Investigate and respond to a wide range of animal-related complaints, including dangerous animals, animal cruelty and neglect, and rabies control. + Safely rescue and transport domestic animals and wildlife safely, and perform humane euthanasia when necessary, ensuring the well-being of the animals and the community. + Communicate clearly and effectively with the public, fellow employees, and officials, explaining ordinances, violations, corrective actions, and programs such as spay/neuter initiatives and rabies control. + Gather evidence, prepare detailed reports, issues summonses, and provide testimony in court related to animal-related offenses. + Collaborate with various Fairfax County agencies, including the police department, fire and rescue, health department, code compliance, and others. + Conduct educational outreach to promote animal welfare and inform the community about responsible pet ownership and local ordinances. + Provide direct care and enrichment for animals within the shelter, ensuring their safety and well-being. Flexibility is a condition of employment. All DAS positions are subject to assignment to any shift, schedule, or facility based on operational needs. This includes, but is not limited to, changes in work hours, shift days and times, and reassignment between department facilities or locations at any time. Employees may be directed to work alternative schedules or locations as required to support agency operations. This job announcement may be used to fill future full-time Animal Control Officer III vacancies. Salary: The starting salary offer will be in the minimum to midpoint ($72,125.46 to $96,167.14) of the advertised compensation range. Promotional rules apply for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools employees. Eligible employees certified as using a second language in their job (35% or more of their worktime) may receive a foreign language stipend in the amount of $1,560 annually where scheduled work time is more than 20 hours per week ($780 annually when scheduled work time is 20 hours or less per week). Schedule: Schedule will vary depending on staffing levels and department needs as Field Services Supervisors are considered essential personnel and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster). Required to work early mornings, evenings, overnight, weekends, and holidays. Why Join Us? + Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference for animals and the community. + Enjoy a challenging, rewarding career with clear opportunities for growth. + Contribute to a department known for its innovative practices and high standards in animal welfare. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: ( (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for