Animal Aide Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $52,562.00 - $97,171.00 Annually
Location : Anne Arundel County, MD
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 08753
Department: Animal Services
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Position Description
Anne Arundel County Animal Services is dedicated to promoting the humane treatment of animals and ensuring safe human-animal interactions.
Animal Services is responsible for enforcing local and state laws, responding to animal-related complaints, conducting investigations regarding animal cruelty, investigating public safety concerns pertaining to animals and providing temporary housing for animals for a variety of reasons.
As the central location in Anne Arundel County for stray domestic animals, it annually reunites hundreds of lost pets with their owners. More than 2,000 pets of many species are either adopted from the shelter or leave with one of its rescue partners every year.
This posting is for a full-time, permanent, safety-sensitive Animal Services Adoptions & Events Coordinator (Management Aide) position in the Department of Animal Services.
This position is responsible for planning and coordinating events and leading the adoptions program. This position will also be responsible for marketing animals, following up with adopters, and some adoptions counseling. Work involves acting as administrator for the department's social media presence and interactions with animals.
NATURE OF AND VARIETY OF WORK
A distinguishing characteristic of this class is that an employee in this class utilizes knowledge of subject-matter administrative areas or program functions, or regulations and procedures in carrying out a variety of related support activities in one or more programs. Assignments involve the use of office automation equipment and appropriate software applications.
The employee independently plans and carries out work, obtains necessary data or information, and selects appropriate methods and procedures to accomplish work.
Problems encountered in carrying out assignments are resolved in accordance with office policies and accepted practices. The employee uses judgment in locating, selecting, and applying guidelines, references, and procedures to fit specific situations and exercises resourcefulness in adapting operating procedures to accommodate changes or special conditions.
The work involves a range of repetitive issues requiring the employee to identify and analyze a variety of conditions and factors that impact the accuracy, reliability, or acceptability of further program processes or program activities.
This role offers a dynamic work environment that balances essential office-based administrative responsibilities with hands-on engagement. The position requires both focused time at a workstation and some active, physical interaction with animals in our care, which may involve occasional strenuous activity or challenging situations common in a shelter environment.
Examples of Duties and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in the class.)
Manage the adoptions program by preparing/ assisting with documentation, training staff and volunteers, and marketing
animals. Utilizing an open adoption model, this role provides non-judgmental counseling and follow-up support to help
potential adopters find appropriate matches.
Plan and coordinate the department's special events and attendance to special events to increase connection to the
community; boost department image; raise awareness within the community.
Perform administrative duties essential for the efficient operation of the Department.
Includes preparation of a variety of documents to include; correspondence; reports; logs; training manuals; SOPs.
Analyzes, evaluates, and makes recommendations intended to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity of programs.
Performs data entry and uses computer and applicable software applications to prepare records, documents, notices,
reports, tables, and correspondence.
Performs administrative tasks to facilitate the operation to include database applications, reviewing documentation for
accuracy/completeness and preparing correspondence.
Provides administrative and technical staff support to boards and committees, applicants, and other agencies, and
responds to inquiries from the general public to define, interpret, and/or explain regulations and requirements.
Tracks and/or monitors the status of a client population in support of program activities.
Manage the department's social media presence to enhance community engagement, promote departmental initiatives,
and increase public awareness of animal services and adoption programs.
Establishes and maintains files and records in support of the program.
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the program area associated with the department/agency to which the position is assigned.
Knowledge of County policies and procedures, supervisory principles and practices, and office methods and procedures
Ability to operate computers and applicable software; automated office equipment and other related equipment necessary
to efficiently accomplish work.
Ability to obtain the necessary data and information needed to accomplish required work assignments; analyze data from
various sources to compile reports and other work products; prepare reports; and maintain accurate filing/records systems.
Ability to operate computer equipment and software applications related to program
assignment.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally, and in writing.
Ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with people.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of an associate degree from an accredited college and two (2) or more years of administrative experience supporting an animal shelter.
NOTE: Completion of an associate degree from an accredited college may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to two (2) years of administrative experience supporting an animal shelter, for a total of four (4) or more years of administrative experience supporting an animal shelter.
NOTE: This is a Safety Sensitive position and employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing.
NOTE: The selection process includes a comprehensive background investigation. NOTE: Longevity pay is available based on years of service.
NOTE: Ability to work weeknights, weekends, holidays as needed.
Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with the following:
1) At least two (2) years of animal shelter experience focused on adoptions.
2) Proven background in direct animal handling and work experience in direct animal interaction.
3) Strong understanding of domestic animal behavior, key behavioral traits, and indicators of stress.
4) Proven track record of planning and coordinating special events.
5) Demonstrated success using social media channels to engage community members, promote department initiatives, and market animals.
6) Proficiency in maintaining data and records within an animal management database system.
7) Government work experience.

• Medical/Health Insurance Plans
  • BlueChoice Advantage EPO
  • BlueChoice Advantage PPO
• Dental Insurance
  • CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
  • CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
  • CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
• Vision Insurance
  • EyeMed
• Employee Life Insurance
  • Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
  • Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
• Disability Income Insurance
• Pension Plan
  • Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
• Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Holidays
  • Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year
• Annual Leave
  • Less than 3 years - 13 days
  • 3 to less than 15 years - 20 days
  • 15 years or more - 26 days
• Disability Leave
  • Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
• Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
• Leave Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement
  • Health Care Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits
  • Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
  • Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
  • United Legal Benefits

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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS.Your response and lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU WILL BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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Do you hold an associate degree from an accredited college?

• Yes
• No

03
If yes, please list your degree type and major coursework completed.
04
Do you have two (2) or more years of administrative experience supporting an animal shelter?

• Yes
• No

05
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
06
Completion of an associate degree from an accredited college may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to two (2) years of administrative experience supporting an animal shelter, for a total of four (4) or more years of administrative experience supporting an animal shelter. Do you meet this substitution?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
08
Do you have two (2) years of animal shelter experience focused on adoptions?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
10
Do you have a proven background in direct animal handling and work experience in direct animal interaction?

• Yes
• No

11
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
12
Do you have strong understanding of domestic animal behavior, key behavioral traits, and indicators of stress?

• Yes
• No

13
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
14
Do you have have demonstrated success using social media channels to engage community members, promote department initiatives, and market animals?

• Yes
• No

15
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
16
Do you have proficiency in maintaining data and records within an animal management database system?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
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Do you have a proven track record of planning and coordinating special events?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please explain how you possess this experience to include position title, length of time in position and MAJOR duties.
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This position is "Safety Sensitive". This means, employees in this position are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) and Alcohol testing. Do you understand this?

• Yes
• No

21
Have you worked in a government work environment?

• Yes
• No

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Did a county employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, department and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an Employee indicate N/A.
Required Question