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MD Anderson Center

Animal Attendant

Bastrop, TX · On-site

Inspect assigned animal areas, including rooms, buildings, and equipment, and report issues ... Animal Care & Health Monitoring Conduct routine animal health and behavioral observations. Report ...

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MD Anderson

Animal Attendant

Bastrop, TX · On-site

Inspect assigned animal areas, including rooms, buildings, and equipment, and report issues ... Animal Care & Health Monitoring Conduct routine animal health and behavioral observations. Report ...

MD Anderson

Animal Attendant

Bastrop, TX

Inspect assigned animal areas, including rooms, buildings, and equipment, and report issues ... Animal Care & Health Monitoring Conduct routine animal health and behavioral observations. Report ...

Zoetis

Animal Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

Animal Care & Research Support * Provide daily animal husbandry and care to maintain the health ... Conduct required pre- and post-setup inspections according to established procedures and schedules.

Abaxis

Animal Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

Animal Care & Research Support * Provide daily animal husbandry and care to maintain the health ... Conduct required pre- and post-setup inspections according to established procedures and schedules.

- Zoetis Belgium S.A.

Animal Technician

Durham, NC · On-site

Animal Care & Research Support * Provide daily animal husbandry and care to maintain the health ... Conduct required pre- and post-setup inspections according to established procedures and schedules.

MD Anderson

Animal Attendant

Bastrop, TX · On-site

Inspect assigned animal areas, including rooms, buildings, and equipment, and report issues ... Animal Care & Health Monitoring Conduct routine animal health and behavioral observations. Report ...

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How much do animal care inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for animal care inspector in the United States is $54,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an animal care inspector do?

An Animal Care Inspector is responsible for ensuring that animals are treated humanely and that facilities comply with animal welfare laws and regulations. They inspect locations such as farms, pet stores, animal shelters, and research laboratories to check on the care, housing, and handling of animals. Inspectors may investigate complaints, document violations, provide education on proper animal care, and sometimes assist in legal proceedings. Their work helps protect animals from neglect, abuse, and unsafe conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an animal care inspector?

To thrive as an Animal Care Inspector, you need a solid understanding of animal welfare laws, biology, and inspection procedures, often supported by a degree in animal science or a related field. Familiarity with inspection reporting systems, case management software, and sometimes certification in animal control or humane investigation is important. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for interacting with the public and documenting findings. These skills ensure inspectors can uphold animal welfare standards, conduct thorough investigations, and promote compliance with regulations.

What are some common challenges animal care inspectors face when conducting facility inspections?

Animal Care Inspectors often encounter challenges such as ensuring compliance with complex animal welfare regulations while maintaining positive relationships with facility staff. They may need to handle situations where animals are not being cared for properly, which can be emotionally demanding. Additionally, inspectors frequently work in varied environments and must adapt to different species' needs, documentation standards, and sometimes confrontational situations. Effective communication and strong attention to detail are essential for successfully navigating these challenges.

How to become an animal care inspector?

To become an animal care inspector, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience in animal care or related fields. Many positions require knowledge of animal health, behavior, and regulations, and some employers prefer candidates with certifications such as the Certified Animal Care Technician or relevant training in animal handling and welfare. A background check and good communication skills are also often required.
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Infographic showing various Animal Care Inspector job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,939 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Animal Care Technician-Full-Time

Lillington, NC • On-site

Harnett County, NC
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$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Lillington, NC
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: AS 2434
Department: Animal Services
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/23/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
POSITION SUMMARY
POSITION SUMMARY:
An employee in this position keeps animal containment areas clean and sanitized in the care and maintenance of the animal shelter for Harnett County. This includes encouraging adoptions; reuniting owners with lost animals; maintaining the facility grounds; ensuring the safety and health of animals within the facility; feeding and caring for the animals housed in the shelter; and euthanizing animals on an as-needed basis.
Hiring Range: $34,948.00
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
  • Works at the County's animal shelter; cleans facility; and cares for animals.
  • Assists the public visiting the shelter.
  • Answers telephone; greets visitors; receives inquiries; provides information; and refers inquiries to appropriate personnel as needed.
  • Dispatches field services officers.
  • Intakes animals; takes pictures of animals for posting on website; enters the animal information into the data system; weighs animals; and provides vaccinating/deworming/flea medications.
  • Cleans and maintains animal confinement area; cleans and disinfects cages; feeds and waters confined animals; makes routine inspections of animals and their cages to monitor health, safety, cleanliness of cages, etc.
  • Performs general health and temperature evaluations of animals prior to adoption.
  • Maintains a daily medication administration log with time checks and dosage levels; assists with FIV/FeLV/Heartworm tests; draws blood to test for some diseases; documents test results; and assists/performs rabies vaccinations at the request of the public and upon adoption of an animal.
  • Walks dogs.
  • Washes laundry.
  • Takes out the trash.
  • Encourages adoptions of sheltered animals; assists interested parties in claiming or adopting confined animals, accompanies visitors to the adoption room, processes required paperwork; implants microchips; collects fees; and provides receipts.
  • Prepares and maintains records, such as numbers and classifications of animals confined, claimed, adopted, destroyed, etc. and of shelter activities; files and retrieves material as requested.
  • Maintains supply inventories; orders material as necessary; and restocks.
  • Performs and/or assists in euthanasia of unadoptable or diseased animals and for decapitation of animals for the purpose of rabies testing.
  • Assists other staff in transporting large, injured, and aggressive animals.
  • Works after hours as needed.
  • Completes paperwork necessary in order to comply with the law.
  • Assists Supervisor on specific calls for service.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
  • High school diploma; preferably Associates Degree in Animal Science Biology, or Vet Tech certification.
  • One year of related experience in carrying for animals desired;
  • Or equivalent education and/or experience; and
  • Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
  • Ability to attain Certified Rabies Vaccinator (CRV) and Euthanasia Technician (ET) certifications within one year.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of the operations, functions, procedures, and legal processes of the animal shelter.
  • Knowledge of the methods of safely caring for animals.
  • Knowledge of breeds of animals in knowing about the aggressiveness of certain breeds and in aiding in the identification of lost pets.
  • Skill in handling animals.
  • Ability to deal constructively and tactfully with the public.
  • Ability to maintain accurate reports.
  • Ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective public relations with the community.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; frequently requiring 50 pounds of force to move objects; and occasionally requiring to exert up to 100 pounds of force to move objects. This work also involves the physical abilities of balancing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, discriminating among sounds, kneeling, lifting, having manual dexterity, using mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, performing repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, expressing ideas by the spoken word, shouting to be heard above ambient noise, and walking. An incumbent must also possess the visual acuity to analyze information, perform inspections such as color of animals, use measurement devices, and to operate a computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The employee works primarily in an animal shelter location and is subject to hazards associated with animal care including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as atmospheric conditions, noise, vibration, vicious animals, and physical conditions such as odors. This position deals with a variety of animals and people, responds to changing priorities, and requires working after hours on-call or on weekends as scheduled.
Harnett County takes pride in offering an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, membership in the North Carolina Local Government retirement, free health clinic for employees and anyone in their household and other benefits. To see more information about the benefits offered by Harnett County, click
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