​Minnesota Federated Humane Societies, "MFHS" is a Minnesota 501(c) 3 non-profit organization with unique and essential duties and powers. See Minnesota state statutes 343.01 and 343.06.  Please also see additional essential powers and duties as stated in Minnesota state statutes 343.10, 343.12, 343.29, 346.37, 346.57, 346.58, 346.37, 347.60, 1721.0490, 2500.7050, 9100.0700.

BECOME A STATE HUMANE AGENT

Minnesota Federated Humane Societies appointed state humane agents are essential to our organization and to Minnesota. They investigate cases and reports of animal abuse, neglect, torture and cruelty across the state and work hand in hand with law enforcement, city and county attorneys and government officials to help hold those accountable for abusing and neglecting animals and to upload the animal welfare laws.

Unfortunately, animal cruelty happens in all cities, towns and counties in Minnesota, and we need to expand our network of qualified and professional state humane agents in all 87 Minnesota counties. We need state humane agents in several counties, primarily in the more rural areas of the state, and need to appoint and train more state and county humane agents to do the important work we do every day. Our state humane agents conduct welfare checks, provide education, investigate suspected animal welfare violations, help to provide and enforce compliance agreements, further investigate cases of animal abuse, cruelty, torture and neglect and lawfully holding those responsible for these crimes accountable.

Qualifications for applying to be a MFHS trainee to become an appointed state humane agent:
  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Be a US citizen.
  • Have a valid driver's license in your state of residence.
  • Received your high school diploma, GED equivalent.
  • Be trained or experienced in the area of animal abuse and cruelty such as a certified animal control officer or in law enforcement and/or have other relevant experience, training or certifications in the areas of animal welfare and care​.
  • Not have any record of felony convictions of any kind, gross misdemeanors, or disqualifying misdemeanors. Minnesota peace officers have similar requirements. See 6700.0700 - MN Rules Part.
  • Possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license.
  • Submit to a thorough background search.
  • Not registered as a predatory offender
  • Be detail oriented and a good communicator both verbally and written.
  • Have a healthy respect for and care about animals, your communities and the law, and want to help make Minnesota communities better and safer by helping to enforce and uphold laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to animal welfare laws and public safety.

What You Will Receive: 
  • Training paid by MFHS and provided by NACA on investigating cases of animal abuse, torture, neglect and cruelty. 
  • MFHS badge and state humane agent photo ID to identify you to law enforcement and individuals in the community. ​
  • Ongoing training, education and support.
  • Stipends and mileage reimbursements should you choose to be compensated.

How to Apply:
  • Send us an email at [email protected] and provide the following information:
    • Your professional resume and include your qualifications to be considered to become a trainee for the state humane agent program, towards becoming an appointed county or state humane agent.
    • A cover letter stating why you would like to become a MFHS appointed state humane agent and include the counties in Minnesota you would like to serve.
    • Names and contact information of three professional references.
We will contact you as soon as we receive this information from you. 

For more information on how to become a state humane agent and detailed requirements for the position, please request the MFHS State Humane Agent Job Description.
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING WITH US IN ANOTHER CAPACITY?

If you are interested in becoming a MFHS volunteer but don't have the experience or the interest in becoming a certified state wide humane agent, contact us at [email protected]​ or go to Contact Us . Please include your name, contact information and in what capacity you would like to volunteer. 
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