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City of Navasota, TX

Animal Control Officer

Navasota, TX · On-site

$38K/yr

ANIMAL CONTROL Opening Date: 12/31/2025 Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Central STEP #1: You must ... Manages animal adoptions and participates in animal adoption events; * Removes dead animals ...

City of Bryan, TX

Animal Control Officer

Bryan, TX · On-site

$19.25/hr

Enforces animal control laws and ordinances within the City; explains ordinances relating to the ... Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the incumbent's area of ...

City of Forney

Animal Control Officer

Forney, TX

$42K - $51K/yr

... management of animals and protected species. Performs all other aspects of assignment including ... Texas DSHS Animal Control Officer Certification Texas DSHS Euthanasia Certification. Or an ...

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 ...

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 ...

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Animal Control Officer

Navasota, TX · On-site

$38K/yr

Animal Control Officer City of Navasota, TX $38,168.00 Annually Navasota, TX, TX Full-Time Job ... Removes, impounds, manages, and cares for stray and unwanted animals; * Patrols for stray, vicious ...

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 ...

City of Auburn

Animal Control Officer

Auburn, WA

$77K - $92K/yr

Managing animal bite cases to ensure proper public health notifications are made and requirements ... Have graduated from the state-certified Animal Control Officer Academy(or equivalent) If not ...

City of Navasota

Animal Control Officer

Navasota, TX · On-site

Animal Control Officer STEP #1: You must complete and submit the Navasota Police Department ... Removes, impounds, manages, and cares for stray and unwanted animals; * Patrols for stray, vicious ...

City of Navasota, TX

Animal Control Officer

Navasota, TX · On-site

$38K/yr

ANIMAL CONTROL Opening Date: 12/31/2025 Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Central STEP #1: You must ... Manages animal adoptions and participates in animal adoption events; * Removes dead animals ...

City of Auburn, WA

Animal Control Officer

Auburn, WA · On-site

$77K - $92K/yr

Some primary duties of APD's Animal Control Officers include: * Enforcing civil codes and ... Managing animal bite cases to ensure proper public health notifications are made and requirements ...

Harris County

Animal Control Officer

Houston, TX

$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:

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How much do animal control manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 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.

Are animal control manager jobs in demand?

Animal control manager jobs are in steady demand due to ongoing community needs for animal welfare and public safety. These roles often require knowledge of local regulations, animal handling skills, and sometimes certification, with employment prospects influenced by local government budgets and animal population trends.

How hard is it to get into animal control?

Getting into an animal control manager position typically requires relevant experience in animal care, enforcement, or related fields, along with a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer or require a college degree or certifications in animal handling or enforcement. The job can be competitive, and candidates often need strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Entry-level positions in animal control may be easier to obtain, but advancing to a managerial role generally involves gaining experience and demonstrating leadership abilities.

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Infographic showing various Animal Control Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,940 per year, or $47.6 per hour.

Animal Control Officer

City of Navasota, TX

Navasota, TX • On-site

$38K/yr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Salary : $38,168.00 Annually
Location : Navasota, TX, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500027
Department: Police
Division: ANIMAL CONTROL
Opening Date: 12/31/2025
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job Description
STEP #1: You must complete and submit the Navasota Police Department Application (linked below) as an attachment to this application.
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE NAVASOTA POLICE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION
Protects residents from stray or vicious animals and related diseases; operates the animal control center; captures, impounds, and when necessary, disposes of animals; and maintains records and prepares and submits reports. Must work well with all animals and residents.
Summary of Duties
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
1. Reports to: Police Chief or his/her designee.
2. Directs: This is a non-supervisory position.
3. Other: Has contact with other city employees, animal shelters, local veterinarians, area law enforcement officers, and the general public.
Essential Duties
  • Maintains animal holding facility, grounds, vehicle, and equipment in accordance with state regulations;
  • Removes, impounds, manages, and cares for stray and unwanted animals;
  • Patrols for stray, vicious, or injured animals and responds to citizen complaints regarding same;
  • Responds to emergency calls, such as cruelty to animal complaints, animal bites, and control of poisonous or dangerous animals;
  • Investigates bite reports and other complaints and determines if animal or owner of animal is in violation of city ordinance and/or state law, issuing citations as appropriate; Documents calls for service, writes reports pertaining bites/animal cruelty/animal at large incidents.
  • Maintains adequate stock of food, equipment, and other supplies used in the care and maintenance of the animal shelter;
  • Destroys animals as necessary, using humane methods;
  • Manages animal adoptions and participates in animal adoption events;
  • Removes dead animals, transporting and disposing of properly;
  • Traps wild and domesticated animals;
  • Maintains records and prepares required reports;
  • Prepares animals for rabies testing and transports to lab; and
  • Occasionally speaks to grade school students on the importance of taking care of animals.
  • Other Important Duties*Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: animal behavior; health regulations; city ordinances and state laws; equipment operations; and record preparation.
Skill/Ability to: safely and properly handle and care for animals; establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and the public; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; and maintain necessary certifications, Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, and good driving record.
Qualifications
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAININGHigh school graduation, or its equivalent, and ability to obtain Basic Animal Control Certification by Texas Department of Health.
or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIREDBasic Animal Control Certification by Texas Department of Health; and appropriate Texas driver's license.
Supplemental Information
JOB PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND/OR EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The City will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the American Disabilities Act Amendment Act, and all other Federal, State and Local legislative requirements. The Facility will ensure that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of that position.
LEGAL NOTIFICATION
Any applicant receiving a bona fide job offer for this position will be required to undergo and pass a pre-employment physical examination, illegal drug screening, and criminal background check prior to employment.
All positions at the City of Navasota require documentation of employment eligibility in accordance with Federal employment law. Communication skills in English are required for some specific assignments based upon job-related needs for communication with the general public and/or co-workers. Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) are encouraged but not required.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of the personnel so classified.
The Job Description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Navasota and the employee. This position is subject to change by the employer as the employer's needs and job requirements change.
To view the full City of Navasota 2025-2026 Employee Benefits Guide,
  • Health Insurance - Health insurance coverage is paid 100% for all employees and subsidized cost for dependents.
  • Vision Insurance - Vision insurance coverage is paid 100% for all employees.
  • Dental Insurance - Dental insurance coverage is paid 100% for all employees.
  • Life Insurance - The City provides basic Life insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. The policy will pay your beneficiary $50,000 for the employee, $5,000 for the spouse, and $2,000 for children up to age 25 years of age. Supplemental Life and AD&D insurance is also available for employees.
  • Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
    • 6% - 2 to 1 match
    • Vested at 5 years of service
    • Retire after 20 years of service in TMRS
    • Supplemental Death Benefit of $7,500
  • Voluntary 457 Retirement Plan through MissionSquare Retirement
  • Vacation- Employees accrue vacation based on years of service (see the below schedule).
    Length of Service
    Non-firefighting Employees' Vacation Leave Earned
    Firefighters' Vacation Leave Earned*
    0 - 4 Years of Employment
    12 days (96 hours)
    (3.7 hours bi-weekly)
    5 days (120 hours)
    (4.7 hours bi-weekly)
    5 - 9 Years of Employment
    15 days (120 hours)
    (4.7 hours bi-weekly)
    5 days (120 hours)
    (10 Hours/month)
    10 - 19 Years of Employment
    20 days (160 hours)
    (6.2 hours bi-weekly)
    7 days (168 hours)
    (6.5 hours bi-weekly)
    20 Years or longer
    25 days (200 hours)
    (7.7 hours bi-weekly))
    9 days (216 hours)
    (8.3 hours bi-weekly)
  • Sick - All regular full-time, non-firefighting employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 3.7 hours per two-week pay period and firefighters accrue 4.62 hours per two-week pay period. Maximum sick leave accrual is 120 days (960 hours).
  • Holidays - The City pays employees for 12 holidays per year: New Year's Day, MLK Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
  • Longevity - After three years of service, receive longevity pay at a rate of $4 per month for each year of service.
  • Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance - life insurance you can take with you when you change jobs or retire.
  • Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance - Disability insurance provides benefits that replace part of your lost income when you become unable to work due to a covered injury or illness.
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance - voluntary benefits that are designed to complement your health care coverage and allow you to customize benefits to you and your family's needs.
  • Voluntary Legal Insurance - Legal insurance covers a wide range of legal needs to help you address life's legal situations.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)/ Dependent Care (DCA) - FSAs allow you to set aside a portion of your income, before taxes, to pay for qualified health care and/or dependent care expenses. Because that portion of your income is not taxed, you pay less in federal
    income, Social Security and Medicare taxes.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Life is full of challenges and sometimes balancing them all can be difficult. We are proud to provide a confidential program dedicated to supporting the emotional health and well-being of our employees and their families. The EAP is provided at NO COST to you and your dependents.
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Full-time employees are eligible for reimbursement up to 60% of eligible expenses annually, not to exceed $40,000.00 per employee over the entire duration of employment at the City, unless determined otherwise by City Manager, including fees for tuition, mandatory fees, and parking permit fees.
  • Parental Leave - Paid Parental Leave (PPL) is provided to eligible employees who are birth mothers, biological fathers, or adoptive or foster mothers or fathers. Employees eligible for PPL must also be FMLA eligible and must have been full-time employees for at least one (1) year immediately prior to using PPL. Eligible employees will be provided up to three (3) contiguous weeks (120 hours maximum, 126 hours maximum for police, and 160 hours maximum for fire shift personnel) of PPL immediately following birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a new child.
  • Certification Pay - The City of Navasota encourages its employees to pursue opportunities to earn advanced training relative to their job duties and positions. Certification pay for a wide variety of certifications is available to full-time employees. The maximum total of all certifications pay cannot exceed $250.00 per month/$3,000.00 per year for non-public safety employees and $300.00 per month/$3,600.00 per year for police and fire department employees.

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