COMCOR 01A.104.08 Director, Animal Control and Humane Treatment Division
Chapter 1A. Structure of County Government - Regulations
Montgomery County, Md., COMCOR § 01A.104.08.01 (2026)
01A.104.08.01 Description of Position.LinkCopy Citation
This is management-level and administrative work directing the daily operation of the Animal Control and Humane Treatment organizational unit and enforcement of animal control laws and regulations. This is an appointed, non-merit position in the County Government responsible for policy development as well as operational management activities for the Division. Under the immediate direction of the Chief of Police, the employee in this class plans, develops, implements, and evaluates animal control and treatment policies and programs by directing subordinate supervisors to: enforce the animal control provisions of County law; control the spread of rabies; provide for dog and cat licensing; conduct programs to control the animal population; carry out animal cruelty investigations; and administer the contract for the operation of the Animal Shelter. The position also provides all staff support to the Animal Matters Hearing Board. Examples of Duties.
(a)
Develops and administers rabies control and animal control programs to protect the well- being of Montgomery County residents.
(b)
Directs the enforcement of County and State laws and ordinances relating to rabies, animal control and humane treatment of animals.
(c)
Develops and administers education programs to protect domestic animals from inhumane and cruel treatment.
(d)
Directs the preparation and administration of an annual operating budget and various contractual services.
(e)
Develops practices and procedures for implementing, evaluating and revising organizational programs.
(f)
Initiates and coordinates the preparation of cases for the Animal Matters Hearing Board.
(g)
Directs the licensing and regulatory programs for pet dogs and cats, commercial kennels, dog fanciers, pet shops and riding stables.
(h)
Represents the Division to the news media and the public on matters relating to animal control policies and programs.
(i)
Maintains contact and consults with private non-profit organizations, various community groups, and County and State agencies for the purpose of exchanging information, planning and coordinating work and resolving problems.
(j)
Directs and coordinates promotional and marketing strategies designed to promote organization goals and objectives within the community.
(k)
Performs other related duties.
Montgomery County, Md., COMCOR § 01A.104.08.03 (2026)
01A.104.08.03 Recommended Qualifications.LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Experience: Thorough (5 years) experience in animal control enforcement and humane treatment operations, two (2) years of which were in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
(b)
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
(c)
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
(d)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(1)
Extensive knowledge of current animal control, welfare and humane treatment policies, practices and methods.
(2)
Extensive knowledge of code enforcement policies and procedures relating to animal control.
(3)
Skill in planning, developing, implementing and administering a broad range of animal control and welfare functions and programs.
(4)
Skill in negotiating agreements which accommodate the conflicting interests and viewpoints of numerous groups and organizations.
(5)
Skill in oral and written communication sufficient to develop defenses and justifications of decisions reached.
(6)
Ability to attend meetings outside the office when necessary.
Montgomery County, Md., COMCOR § 01A.104.08.04 (2026)
01A.104.08.04 Medical Protocol.LinkCopy Citation
Limited Core Exam.
Montgomery County, Md., COMCOR § 01A.104.08.05 (2026)
01A.104.08.05 Grade.LinkCopy Citation
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