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Axelon

Animal Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Ability to communicate animal health information to appropriate personnel, maintain legible records for permanent status. All assignments require some use of computer/email. General knowledge of ...

AMORE FOR DOGS

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ANIMAL CAREGIVER

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

AMORE FOR DOGS SANCTUARY is seeking passionate part-time Animal Caregivers to join our small ... Clear communication and teamwork abilities * Genuine love and passion for working with animals

City of Ontario, CA

Animal Caretaker

Ontario, CA · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, * Excellent written and verbal communication ... Animal Resource of the Inland Empire Agency On July 16, 2024, the Animal Resource Center of the ...

22nd Century Technologies Inc. (TSCTI)

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Animal Technician / Animal care

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$26/hr

Ability to communicate animal health information to appropriate personnel, maintain legible records for permanent status. All assignments require some use of computer/email. * General knowledge of ...

City of Ontario

Animal Caretaker

Ontario, CA · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills ... The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire serves the right, if necessary, to accept only the ...

Ampcus

Animal Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Communicate animal health and facility concerns to veterinary, research, and compliance personnel. * Perform technical procedures as required to support laboratory operations. * Identify problems ...

Santa Barbara Zoo

Animal Keeper

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$23.90 - $26.30/hr

Excellent public speaking and communication skills. * Physical fitness to handle the demands of the position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Animal Care: * Performs all basic animal husbandry and health duties in ...

A.P.R., Inc. (AlphaProTemps)

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Animal Care Technician/ lab Animal Sanitation

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Ability to communicate animal health information to appropriate personnel, maintain legible records for permanent status. All assignments require some use of computer/email. General knowledge of ...

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City of Ontario

Animal Services Officer

Ontario, CA · On-site

$66K - $82K/yr

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, The ability to work collaboratively with the ... The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire serves the right, if necessary, to accept only the ...

City of Ontario, CA

Animal Services Officer

Ontario, CA · On-site

$66K - $82K/yr

Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire Opening Date: 07/20/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA ... Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, * The ability to work collaboratively with the ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal communicator in California is $20.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $24.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Animal Communicator is a professional who intuitively connects with animals to understand their thoughts, emotions, and needs. They use telepathic communication to interpret an animal's feelings, behaviors, and concerns, often helping pet owners address issues or deepen their bond with their pets. Some also assist with lost pet cases, end-of-life transitions, or animal trauma healing. This role can involve in-person or remote consultations, and many communicators work independently or as part of holistic pet care teams.

What does an animal communicator do?

A typical day for an Animal Communicator involves remote or in-person consultations with pet owners, observing animals, assessing their behavior, and relaying insights or recommendations to clients. Challenging aspects of the job may include working with anxious or traumatized animals and managing client expectations about the outcomes of communication sessions. Animal Communicators often collaborate with veterinarians, trainers, or rescue organizations to support animal well-being holistically. The role can be rewarding but requires patience, compassion, and strong communication skills to navigate diverse client needs and sensitive situations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an animal communicator?

To thrive as an Animal Communicator, expertise in animal behavior, observation, and interpretation of non-verbal cues is essential, along with a background in animal science, veterinary studies, or relevant training. Many professionals use tools such as client intake forms, behavioral assessment techniques, and may hold certifications in animal communication or related fields. Excellent listening skills, empathy, and the ability to build trust with pet owners set top performers apart in this field. These skills are crucial for accurately conveying insights to clients and improving the well-being of animals and their owners.

How do I become an animal communicator?

To become an animal communicator, one can pursue training through workshops, courses, or mentorship programs that focus on telepathic communication and animal behavior. Developing intuition, practicing with animals, and gaining knowledge of animal psychology can enhance skills; some practitioners also seek certification from reputable organizations. Consistent practice and ethical conduct are essential in this field.

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Animal Control Officer

Animal Friends of the Valleys

Wildomar, CA

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Who we’re looking for:
Animal Control Officer
Who we are:
Animal Friends of the Valleys (AFV) is the leading animal shelter for the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Canyon Lake and Wildomar, and small parts of Riverside County. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit providing top-quality animal welfare and animal control services for our client cities. If you are looking for a way to make a difference and not just a job, AFV is exactly what you’re looking for!
Summary of Duties:
Performs tasks related to the enforcement of animal control laws within the Cities of Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, Temecula, Wildomar and Menifee. Educates the community about stray or vicious animals and related diseases; captures, impounds, relocates, and when necessary, disposes of animals; and maintains records. Investigates animal complaints from members of the community. Issues citations for violation of City Code(s), or applicable state law. Prepares reports as appropriate and testifies in court as directed.
Essential Functions:
  • Patrols designated service area streets, roads and parks in an AFV vehicle; searches for stray or abandoned animals; captures and confines animals using appropriate procedures.
  • Contacts dog owners by house to house canvass to locate unlicensed or unvaccinated dogs (and cats where applicable).
  • Patrols for stray, vicious, injured, dangerous, unwanted or improperly controlled animals and responds to community member complaints regarding same.
  • Responds to emergency calls, such as cruelty to animal complaints, animal bites, control of poisonous or dangerous animals, and stray animals.
  • Investigates reports or complaints of dogs, cats or other animals creating nuisances; uses tactical communication style to de-escalate situations and mediation techniques to reconcile complaints.
  • Testifies in court as directed.
  • Prioritizes calls using effective time management methods.
  • Issues citations, administrative citations and court citations for violations of animal control and licensing ordinances as necessary.
  • Writes incident reports, gathers evidence, prepares and presents cases at administrative hearings and/or appears in court as a witness as necessary
  • In field conditions, may euthanize severely injured animals in a safe and humane manner as required.
  • May make warrant and warrantless arrests related to penal code 830.9; search and seizure, issue warning, dangerous animal statement, citations, interview victims, complainants and witnesses.
  • May assist Police Officers on high risk operations including dynamic and tactical entries, searches, and in serving arrest warrants, when vicious dogs may be present.
  • Able to use tranquilizer pistol and rifle as a last alternative
  • Answers emergency calls concerning person(s) bitten by animals.
  • Impounds and quarantines potentially rabid animals in strict confinement, checks the animal at intervals during the quarantine period, and releases the animal at the end of the quarantine period.
  • Issues citations for the quarantine.
  • Picks up and transports sick and injured animals to a veterinarian.
  • Picks up dead animals and disposes of properly.
  • Performs chemical restraint procedures as necessary.
  • Cleans and maintains the animal control vehicle and cages utilized to detain the animals.
  • Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports concerning animal control violations and transactions
  • Keeps detailed records of daily activities including times, miles, animal impounds, addresses and findings.
  • Operates, cleans and disinfect equipment and vehicle(s)
  • Oversees the maintenances of and maintains vehicle(s) and equipment in accordance with state regulations.
  • Sets up cages and provides water, food and a blanket to all impounded animals.
Other Duties:
  • Explains ordinances relating to the care and keeping of animals to the public; promotes and provides education to the public regarding the keeping and care of pets.
  • Maintains contact with citizens regarding animal control issues and problems and preserves good relationships with the general public; takes an active role in public education related to animal control issues.
  • Attends meetings and responds to related questions and complaints; provides public education regarding animal control.
  • Presents and maintains a positive and professional image of the police department; participates in community oriented policing.
  • Assists with training of new animal control staff as needed.
  • Performs related duties as assigned
Qualifications and Certifications and/or Education
  • Two years of experience in the care and handling of animals and/or two years of experience in some capacity of law enforcement.
  • Valid California Class “C” driver’s license
  • Possession or be able to possess a certificate for euthanasia.
  • Possession of a valid P.O.S.T. approved P.C. 832 Certificate prior to application recommended. Must obtain a certificate within 4 months of employment with AFV. Failure to obtain the required certificates will result in release employment.
In Addition to Qualifications and Certifications and/or Education:
Knowledge of:
  • Various breeds of dogs, cats, marine and other wild or domestic animals.
  • Various types of animal behavior.
  • Various provisions of penal code 830 related to animal control and penal code 832-arrest.
  • First aid and CPR procedures and practices.
Ability to:
  • Work independently, prioritize calls and respond appropriately to a variety of animal complaints.
  • Work effectively in stressful situations
  • Exercise good judgement and make sound decisions
  • Euthanize severely injured animals in emergencies.
  • Perform a variety of animal control activities such as animal handling, capturing, and confining.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; write defensible reports.
  • Write legibly
  • Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
  • Obtain information through interview and interrogation, deal fairly and courteously with the public.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to Carry and Use of Law Enforcement Equipment as it Pertains to:
  • Collapsible ASP Baton under the protection of California Penal Code Section 22295 (regularly employed and compensated by a person engaged in any lawful business, while actually employed and engaged in protecting and preserving property or life within the scope of employment).
  • Handcuffs for matter and purposes of legal and lawful detention while police arrive.
  • Pepper Spray under the protection of California Penal Code Section 22820 (person has satisfactorily completed a course of instruction approved by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training in the use of tear gas).
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Benefits and Compensation:
- $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
- Health / Medical
- Life
- Dental
- Vision
- 403B Retirement Account (401K for Non-Profits)
- Colonial Voluntary Insurance
- Employee Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Accrued Vacation
- Non-Exempt, Full-Time
Working Conditions:
Environmental Conditions:
  • Field environment; travel from site to site. Hot and cold temperatures; inclement weather.
Physical Conditions:
  • Essential and marginal functions may require gaining and maintaining control of large and often aggressive animals; lifting/carrying medium-heavy objects of up to 75 lbs. of weight, maintaining physical condition necessary for standing, squatting, twisting, running, stooping and walking for prolonged periods of time; operating motor vehicle and other equipment.
Work Attire:
  • Wear an AFV approved uniform and related equipment including badge, collapsible ASP baton; handcuffs and spray.
Work Assignment:
  • Subject to irregular work shifts including evening, weekend and holiday shift assignments.
Direct Reports: This is a non-supervisory role
What can we offer you?
- $18.00 to $20.00 per hour
- Training courses and continuing education
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, insurance benefits available.
- Colonial Voluntary Insurance
- Uniform Allowance - boots
- 403B Retirement Savings (Think 401K for non-profits.)
- Extensive Employee Discount Program to help you save money on a wide variety of products and services.
- Employee Assistance Program to help you through life’s challenges, including counseling and coaching services; assistance with legal, financial and career questions; and so much more!

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