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Nebraska Humane

Animal Control Officer

Omaha, NE

Title: Animal Control Officer Departments: Field This position reports to: Director of Field ... Educate pet owners on proper care, maintenance and control of animals, and promote humane and kind ...

Lifeline Animal Project Inc

Animal Care Lead

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$18.50 - $20/hr

Enforce and maintain disease control, animal health and sanitation protocols to further LifeLine's mission to save lives. * Ensure that all animal care activities comply with shelter policies and ...

Lifeline Animal Project Inc

Animal Care Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Maintain disease control, animal health and sanitation protocols to further LifeLine's mission to save lives. * Perform all animal care activities in compliance with shelter policies and relevant ...

Lifeline Animal Project Inc

Animal Care Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.25/hr

Maintain disease control, animal health and sanitation protocols to further LifeLine's mission to save lives. * Perform all animal care activities in compliance with shelter policies and relevant ...

Lifeline Animal Project Inc

Animal Care Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Maintain disease control, animal health and sanitation protocols to further LifeLine's mission to save lives. * Perform all animal care activities in compliance with shelter policies and relevant ...

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for animal care control in the United States is $40,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34,000.00 and $46,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Animal Care Control vs Animal Shelter Worker?

AspectAnimal Care ControlAnimal Shelter Worker
CertificationsAnimal control officer certification, animal handling trainingAnimal care or shelter management certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, responding to calls, enforcing animal lawsIndoor/outdoor shelter work, caring for animals
Employer & IndustryMunicipal or government agencies

Animal Care Control officers primarily respond to animal-related incidents, enforce laws, and work in the field. Animal Shelter Workers focus on caring for animals within shelter facilities. While both roles involve animal handling, their work environments and responsibilities differ, making each role unique within the animal welfare industry.

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Infographic showing various Animal Care Control job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,102 per year, or $19.3 per hour.
Assistant Program Coordinator - Animal Care and Control

Assistant Program Coordinator - Animal Care and Control

Lake County, IL

Waukegan, IL • On-site

$74K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Salary: $74,410.79 Annually
Location : Animal Care & Control - Libertyville, IL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14986
Department: Health Department
Division: Environmental Health Services
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Salary Grade: Union
General Description
The Animal Care and Control (AC&C) Assistant Program Coordinator supervises the overall management and daily operations of the AC&C Program. This position oversees and trains Animal Control Warden staff, supervises additional AC&C personnel, and assumes leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Program Coordinator. This role also assists in maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations and standards, manages municipal service contracts, and supports the enforcement of animal control laws, ordinances, and policies. The Assistant Program Coordinator also serves as the primary contact for the Illinois Animal Control Association and helps develop and update program policies and ordinances. Additional responsibilities include responding to field service calls, addressing public concerns related to animals and pet ownership, providing information on rabies certificates and tags, and protects public health through education and enforcement or other applications in support of state and local ordinances governing proper animal control practices for Lake County.
Scheduled Hours: 40 hours per week
Essential Functions
  • Responsible for supervision, management, administration, and training of the Warden staff.
  • Supervises all activities and staff of the Animal Control Program in the absence of, or at the direction of the Animal Care and Control Coordinator.
  • Assists the AC&C Program Coordinator in the overall planning, development, maintenance and evaluation of program in accordance with local and state laws, regulations and good animal care and control and rabies prevention principles.
  • Provides guidance to Animal Care and Control Program staff on a regular basis in applying and interpreting policies and ordinance requirements.
  • Retrieves and responds to client messages regarding stray and biting animals, neighbor disputes, cruelty and neglect, West Nile suspect animals, dangerous, vicious, injured, sick and wild animals and those suspected of rabies.
  • Maintains high customer service skills to deal effectively with pet owners and citizens calling for assistance.
  • Works closely and effectively with all Animal Care and Control staff to maintain good working relationships.
  • Responsible for submission of building/kennel repairs to the LCHD maintenance department and coordinates vehicle maintenance with County DOT.
  • Tracks all appropriate activities and transactions using the correct forms and utilizing the Chameleon software.
  • Assures quality data entry of violation tickets for tracking and administrative adjudication purposes.
  • Prepares documentation for court cases and provides court testimony when required.
  • Communicates with animal rescue groups and other agencies for the placement of animals.
  • Processes, packages, ships and completes reports of animals suspected of the West Nile Virus and rabies to the appropriate lab(s), as needed.
  • Assists as radio dispatcher, dispatching wardens to appropriate locations based upon complaints or requests from municipalities, the Sheriff or private citizens.
  • Coordinates and assists with animal bite investigations, rabies registration and spay/neuter program.
  • Coordinates and assists at vaccination and microchip clinics.
  • Responsible for maintaining and tracking documentation required by the United States Department of Justice Drug licensure.
  • Conducts daily inspections of animal containment areas.
  • Logs public service hours for Lake County Court Services.
  • Provides government billing and other contractual agreement statistics to the Principal Accountant Specialist as required.
  • Serves as the program liaison with the public in matters of complaints and requests for service.
  • Participates in making recommendations that formulate service area policies and procedures.
  • Offers solutions and follow up on corrections of ordinance and state violations.
  • Assists with investigating complaints involving violations, offers advice on solutions.
  • Assists in training, mentoring, and staff standardization.
  • Responds to after hour facility alarm system as needed.
  • Performs or schedules wardens for daily activities including emergency calls.
  • Provides training in the use of Animal Control equipment and is responsible for Warden utilization and care of equipment and medication.
  • Interfaces with other departments and agencies in matters relating to Animal Control and Animal Welfare.
  • Maintains up to date knowledge of relevant law and regulations.
  • Performs humane euthanasia when needed.
  • May assist the public, community service officers, police departments, Lake County Sheriff, Lake County Forest Preserve Rangers, and co-workers with impoundment and release of animals.
  • Maintains accurate records of these transactions.
  • Performs other office and kennel duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required
  • Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate, though an Associate's or a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Requires five years of experience working in the Animal Control field.
  • Requires a minimum of 1 year of management/supervisory experience .
  • Requires the ability to become registered as a licensed euthanasia technician through the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation, within 1 year of hire.
  • Requires a valid driver's license, supplemented with a satisfactory driving record.

Supplemental Information
As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias. Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community.
Additional information about the Lake County Health Department, our culture, and why you should join our team can be found at
At this time, you must live in Illinois or Wisconsin to be eligible to work at Lake County Health Department. You can find our salary grades at For unionized positions, a list of our collective bargaining agreements can be found here: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/2686/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.
Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
Here at the Health Department, we are proud to employ a diverse workforce of dedicated individuals focused on promoting the health and well-being of all who live, work, and play in Lake County. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and collaboration, enabling each employee to perform at their maximum potential and to more effectively work with clients, patients, and employees. We offer:
  • Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
  • Paid Time Off to support work-life balance
  • IMRF Pension and 457 retirement plans
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
You can find more details on our benefits on our website at

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