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City of Vero Beach

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Vero Beach, FL

$21.86 - $22.73/hr

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed. Patrols ... Knowledge of animal behavior and control techniques, including euthanasia. Knowledge of effective ...

GovernmentJobs.com

Animal Control Officer

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

Animal Control Officer Enforces State laws and regulations and County animal control ordinances ... Skill in records management. * Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

City of Hampton

Animal Response Team Officer

Hampton, VA · On-site

$44K - $48K/yr

The class works under the general supervision of the Animal Control Manager according to set procedures. *Posted salary effective as of July 1 2026. Minimum Qualifications Requires a high school ...

Harris County

Animal Control Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$47K/yr

The Animal Control Officer is expected to know ethical standards related to documentation, time management, and maintaining honesty and trustworthiness in the workplace. Duties & Responsibilities:

Okaloosa County

Animal Control Chief

Crestview, FL · On-site

$76K - $127K/yr

Manages and coordinates the foster, volunteer, surgical and other departmental programs. Works with contracted veterinarian to ensure proper protocols are followed by medical staff. Works closely ...

Santa Fe County

Animal Control Officer

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$42K - $48K/yr

Patrols assigned area to enforce animal control ordinances; responds to citizens' complaints ... Skill in records management. * Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Santa Fe County

Animal Control Officer

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$23.33/hr

Patrols assigned area to enforce animal control ordinances; responds to citizens' complaints ... Skill in records management. * Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Klamath County

Animal Control Officer

Klamath Falls, OR · On-site

$23.93 - $30.27/hr

Animal Control Officer Department: Sheriff's Office Salary: $23.93 - $30.27 per hour, depending on ... Enters both criminal and violation citations into the current County records management system ...

Calvert County

Animal Control Officer

Prince Frederick, MD · On-site

$26.54 - $28.41/hr

Animal Control Officers respond to a wide range of calls involving stray, injured, dangerous, or ... to manage emotionally charged or potentially hazardous situations with professionalism and ...

Klamath County

Animal Control Officer

Klamath Falls, OR · On-site

$23.93 - $30.27/hr

Animal Control Officer Department: Sheriff's Office Salary: $23.93 - $30.27 per hour, depending on ... Enters both criminal and violation citations into the current County records management system ...

Klamath County

Animal Control Officer

Klamath Falls, OR · On-site

$23.93 - $30.27/hr

Animal Control Officer Department: Sheriff's Office Salary: $23.93 - $30.27 per hour, depending on ... Enters both criminal and violation citations into the current County records management system ...

Harris County

Animal Control Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

$47K/yr

The Animal Control Officer is expected to know ethical standards related to documentation, time management, and maintaining honesty and trustworthiness in the workplace. Duties & Responsibilities:

Harris County

Animal Control Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

The Animal Control Officer is expected to know ethical standards related to documentation, time management, and maintaining honesty and trustworthiness in the workplace. Duties & Responsibilities:

GovernmentJobs.com

Animal Control Officer

Houston, TX · On-site

The Animal Control Officer is expected to know ethical standards related to documentation, time management, and maintaining honesty and trustworthiness in the workplace. Duties & Responsibilities:

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How much do animal control manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for animal control manager in the United States is $98,940.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,000.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Animal Control Manager do?

An Animal Control Manager oversees the operations of animal control programs, ensuring the enforcement of local and state animal-related laws and regulations. They supervise animal control officers, coordinate responses to animal emergencies, and manage the care and sheltering of stray or dangerous animals. Additionally, they often handle administrative duties such as budgeting, training staff, and maintaining records. Their work helps promote public safety and animal welfare within the community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Animal Control Manager, and why are they important?

To excel as an Animal Control Manager, you need experience in animal handling, knowledge of animal welfare laws, supervisory skills, and typically a degree in animal science or a related field. Familiarity with incident reporting software, animal capture equipment, and regulatory compliance systems is often required. Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills help in managing staff and interacting with the public. These competencies ensure effective enforcement of regulations, safe animal handling, and community trust in animal control operations.

How does an Animal Control Manager typically collaborate with other local agencies and organizations?

Animal Control Managers frequently work closely with law enforcement, public health departments, animal shelters, and wildlife organizations. Effective collaboration is essential when addressing issues such as animal cruelty investigations, disease outbreaks, or dangerous animal incidents. Building strong partnerships helps streamline communication, coordinate resources, and ensure the safety of both the animals and the community. Job seekers should be prepared for frequent interagency meetings and joint operations, making strong interpersonal and organizational skills valuable assets in this role.
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Infographic showing various Animal Control Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,940 per year, or $47.6 per hour.
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

City of Vero Beach

Vero Beach, FL

$21.86 - $22.73/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS Under general supervision, enforces City animal control ordinances, traps stray or nuisance animals and wildlife, issues warnings and citations; and performs related duties as assigned. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by positions within this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Patrols community to identify stray and/or nuisance animals, captures and transports animals to Humane Society. Euthanizes sick or seriously injured animals. Issues warnings and citations for code violations.

Meets with citizen groups to provide educational programs. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, rules and ordinances related to animal control operations. Knowledge of animal behavior and control techniques, including euthanasia.

Knowledge of effective customer service/public relations practices and procedures. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices applicable to animal control operations. Ability to safely operate assigned vehicle, tools and equipment needed to perform work.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. OTHER JOB CHARACTERISTICS: Exposure to potential physical harm, infectious disease, wild and domestic animals, and hazardous chemicals.

On-call twenty-four (24) hours for emergencies. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT: City vehicle, radio, animal control tools (wand, darts, etc.). EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from High School or equivalent and one (1) year of experience working with animals and public contact; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License, Class D.

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