Burlington Town Clerk Amy Warfield, at left, swears in new Animal Control Officer Jamie Jeffrey. (Courtesy Burlington Police Department) 
The Burlington Police Department’s new Animal Control Officer Jamie Jeffrey stands next to her animal control truck outside the police station. (Courtesy Burlington Police Department)
BURLINGTON — Chief Thomas P. Browne is pleased to share that the Burlington Police Department has hired a new animal control officer who brings a wealth of experience to the position.
Jamie Jeffrey has been Animal Control Officer in Cambridge since 2019. She responded to animal-related calls, issued quarantines, monitored the community for dangerous wild animals such as coyotes, and participated in numerous community outreach events among other duties.
Jeffrey worked from 2004 to 2019 as the manager of the Woburn Animal Hospital and Ledgebrook Kennel in Woburn, where she coordinated with veterinarians for animal health care needs, performed basic grooming tasks, and more.
Jeffrey is a 2019 graduate of the Animal Control Certification Academy for Massachusetts and holds numerous professional certifications.
“Animal Control Officer Jeffrey is an experienced animal control officer who will serve our community well,” said Chief Browne. “I hope residents join me in welcoming her to Burlington.”
“I look forward to the upcoming weeks getting to know and work with the Burlington community. I am honored to be part of the Burlington Police Department and I am eager to begin my work as the newly appointed Animal Control Officer and Animal Inspector,” said Jeffrey. “You will see that I take passion in my work, and professionalism. My empathy for domestic animals and wildlife along with public safety is top priority.”
Residents in need of services may contact Jeffrey at 781-270-1698 or email jjeffrey@bpd.org.