Temporary International Animal Rescue Jobs in Washington

Salary : $49,754.00 - $80,787.00 Annually
Location : Anne Arundel County, MD
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 08761
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 will be used to fill a full-time, permanent, safety-sensitive Surgical Veterinarian Technician (Animal Control Technician) in the Animal Services Department for Anne Arundel County Government.
This position will be providing a wide range of medical care and guidance, from basic wellness and care to surgical support for shelter animals. Ensure each patient is treated humanely and compassionately and that medical information is shared with clients in a way that is friendly, approachable, and clear, and that it complies with policies and the mission of the Anne Arundel County Department of Animal Services.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Work involves responsibility for treating and assisting in the treatment of cats, dogs, and other domestic animals in accordance with prescribed procedures and regulations. Work includes working with radiology, surgical, and anesthesia equipment. This job also involves use and tracking of controlled substances as needed. Work is performed under direct and general supervision within established laws, regulations, and procedures and is reviewed by a superior through observation, records, and conferences.
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.)
Assist veterinarian with daily rounds, examinations and monitoring daily health of animals in shelter and in foster care.
Obtaining patient history, addressing adopter or foster parent concerns, performing indicated diagnostics, administering treatments, and reviewing discharge instructions Inform and educate adopters and foster parents on animal health status, health inquiries, diseases, and proper care.
Calculate, administer and record medications, complete controlled drug logs.
Respond to emergency situations and begin first aid or CPR as needed. Perform nursing care such as wound care, administering medications (oral, topical, injectable), feeding special diets, checking vital signs, placing and maintaining IV, catheters and administering and monitoring IV fluid therapy under supervision of a veterinarian.
Fill prescriptions. Perform and assist with release of suffering of shelter and publicly owned animals following certification. Cleans and disinfects equipment, facilities, and rooms; assists in feeding and caring for animals; handles animal remains; assists with providing customer service at the front counter and over the phone, redeeming, or adopting out animals and in dealing with the public over the phone and at the counter.
Prepares lab samples for diagnostic health checks. Administers vaccinations; assists shelter managers; keeps records and makes reports. Utilize animal population software programs to keep records, make reports, and perform data input for necessary reports and documentation.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of veterinary technology as related to the care and treatment of animals.
Knowledge of the care and characteristics of domestic animals.
Knowledge of laws and ordinances governing animal protection and control.
Knowledge of hazards and safety practices involved in dealing with animals.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Ability to prepare and maintain records, use a personal computer (PC), and office automation software.
Ability to assist in or conduct humane treatment of designated animals.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school; and one (1) or more years of experience as a veterinary technician, including euthanizing animals.
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 applicants with the following:
1. Knowledge of vet tech and animal shelter procedures and protocols.
2. Knowledge of restraint, handling techniques, general animal safety practices, including recognizing animal behavior patterns.
3. At least one (1) year of surgical anesthesia monitoring experience, ideally gained through high-volume, high-quality spay and neuter procedures within a shelter setting.

• 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 $10,000 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 calendar year, thirteen in general election year
• Annual Leave
  • Less than 5 years - 13 days
  • 5 years to less than 10 years - 15 days
  • 10 years to less than 20 years - 20 days
  • 20 years or more- 26 days
  • Some positions will receive additional paid annual leave in lieu of holidays and personal leave.
• Disability Leave
  • Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
• Personal Leave Day, five 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

02
Did you graduate from high school or obtain a GED?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have one (1) or more years of experience as a veterinary technician, including euthanizing animals?

• Yes
• No

04
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.
05
Do you have knowledge of vet tech and animal shelter procedures and protocols?

• Yes
• No

06
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.
07
Do you have knowledge of restraint, handling techniques, general animal safety practices, including recognizing animal behavior patterns?

• Yes
• No

08
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.
09
Do you have at least one (1) year of surgical anesthesia monitoring experience, ideally gained through high-volume, high-quality spay and neuter procedures within a shelter setting?

• Yes
• No

10
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.
11
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

12
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