Animal Welfare Officer/Investigator
ON-THE-SPOT INTERVIEWS – STATE OF DELAWARE CAREER FAIR
The State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is seeking candidates for Investigator I – Animal Welfare Officer positions with the Office of Animal Welfare.
Meet our hiring team and interview on the spot at the State of Delaware Career Fair!
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
⏰ 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Stockley Center
26351 Patriots Way
Georgetown, DE 19947
Interested candidates are encouraged to bring several copies of their résumé and come prepared to interview.
Position Information
Salary: $45,773.67 annually
Employment: Regular, Full-Time and Part-Time
Agency: DHSS / Division of Public Health
Office: Office of Animal Welfare
Schedule: Rotating shifts – 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. weekdays and 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. weekends
Work Locations:
- Herman Holloway Campus – New Castle, DE
- Stockley Center Patriots Office – Georgetown, DE
About the Position
Make a difference for animals and communities throughout Delaware!
As an Animal Welfare Officer, you will help protect animals and promote public safety by enforcing laws related to animal cruelty, dog control, and rabies control.
Responsibilities include investigating animal welfare complaints, handling and transporting animals, educating pet owners, collecting and documenting evidence, conducting interviews, issuing citations when appropriate, preparing investigative reports, and assisting during emergencies and disasters.
Animal Welfare Officers may also present evidence or testify in court and work closely with other agencies and legal professionals during investigations.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for candidates who are compassionate, professional, dependable, and comfortable working with both animals and the public.
Applicants must meet one of the following qualification pathways:
Option 1 – Experience/Training
- Coursework, training, and/or work experience conducting investigations, which may include interviewing individuals, gathering evidence, and documenting findings; AND
- At least six months of experience collecting, compiling, or maintaining information or data from sources such as files, records, databases, customers, staff, or others.
OR
Option 2 – Related Animal/Science Education
- Associate's degree or higher in Biology, Environmental Studies, Conservation, Veterinary Technician studies, or a related field.
OR
Option 3 – Criminal Justice/Legal Education
- Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Corrections, Law Enforcement, Legal Studies, Criminology, or a related field.
Entry-Level Candidates Are Encouraged to Attend
Your experience does not have to come exclusively from animal welfare enforcement. Relevant education, training, internships, volunteer experience, animal care, investigative work, customer service, public safety, or other transferable experience may help demonstrate your qualifications.
Interview With Us at the Career Fair!
If you are interested in a career where you can make an impact on animal welfare and public safety, we want to meet you.
Come prepared for an on-the-spot interview:
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
⏰ 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Stockley Center, 26351 Patriots Way, Georgetown, DE 19947
Bring copies of your résumé and be prepared to discuss your education, experience, interest in animal welfare, and ability to work with the public.