WARREN — Trumbull County’s dog warden has signaled her intent to resign, prompting commissioners to launch a search for her replacement and an assistant position amid ongoing efforts to relocate the county’s animal shelter.

Michelle Goss, who has served as the executive chief dog warden for 12 years, earlier this week sent a letter to the county’s human resources department expressing her desire to leave the position, according to county officials.

HR Director Alexandra DeVengencie-Bush said the letter indicates Goss could formally resign as soon as this weekend, though she has not yet submitted an official notice.

“We’re in hiring mode for the dog warden and the assistant,” County Commissioner Rick Hernandez said in an interview Friday. He described the development as “unfortunate,” as

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