Vero Beach, FL · On-site
$21.86 - $22.73/hr
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and ... City vehicle, radio, animal control tools (wand, darts, etc.). EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES ...
Vero Beach, FL · On-site
$21.86 - $22.73/hr
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and ... City vehicle, radio, animal control tools (wand, darts, etc.). EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES ...
$35K - $43K/yr
Protects the public by enforcing applicable animal control laws and ordinances. Issues citations ... The worker can reasonably expect to be subject to outside environmental conditions: often with no ...
$35K - $43K/yr
Protects the public by enforcing applicable animal control laws and ordinances. Issues citations ... The worker can reasonably expect to be subject to outside environmental conditions: often with no ...
Assists co-workers with handling and catching aggressive, possibly dangerous, injured and/or rabid ... Current valid FACA Animal Control Officer Certification (must specify on application)
Assists co-workers with handling and catching aggressive, possibly dangerous, injured and/or rabid ... Current valid FACA Animal Control Officer Certification (must specify on application)
Winter Haven, FL · On-site
$47K - $65K/yr
The Animal Control Enforcement Officer performs field work advising citizens and enforcing county ... cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member ...
Winter Haven, FL · On-site
$47K - $65K/yr
The Animal Control Enforcement Officer performs field work advising citizens and enforcing county ... cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member ...
Winter Haven, FL · On-site
$47K - $65K/yr
... cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member ... The Animal Control Enforcement Officer may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and ...
Winter Haven, FL · On-site
$47K - $65K/yr
... cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member ... The Animal Control Enforcement Officer may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and ...
Winter Haven, FL · On-site
$47K - $65K/yr
... cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member ... The Animal Control Enforcement Officer may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and ...
Winter Haven, FL · On-site
$47K - $65K/yr
... cooperating with co-workers, responding politely to customers, working as a team member ... The Animal Control Enforcement Officer may perform other related duties and tasks, as required and ...
Vero Beach, FL · On-site
$21.86 - $22.73/hr
Knowledge of animal behavior and control techniques, including euthanasia. * Knowledge of effective ... Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and ...
Vero Beach, FL · On-site
$21.86 - $22.73/hr
Knowledge of animal behavior and control techniques, including euthanasia. * Knowledge of effective ... Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and ...
Atlantic Beach, FL · On-site
$35K - $43K/yr
The worker can reasonably expect to be subject to outside environmental conditions: often with no ... animal control officer position? Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above ...
Atlantic Beach, FL · On-site
$35K - $43K/yr
The worker can reasonably expect to be subject to outside environmental conditions: often with no ... animal control officer position? Please provide a narrative supporting your answer to the above ...
$41K - $43K/yr
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must enjoy working with animals. Ability to remain patient in trying situations. Understanding of animal control procedures. Excellent verbal and written communication ...
$41K - $43K/yr
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must enjoy working with animals. Ability to remain patient in trying situations. Understanding of animal control procedures. Excellent verbal and written communication ...
Crestview, FL · On-site
$41K - $43K/yr
Must enjoy working with animals. * Ability to remain patient in trying situations. * Understanding of animal control procedures. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to read ...
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Crestview, FL · On-site
$41K - $43K/yr
Must enjoy working with animals. * Ability to remain patient in trying situations. * Understanding of animal control procedures. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to read ...
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Milton, FL · On-site
$18.69 - $20.55/hr
Explain departmental policies, laws, and ordinances related to animal control, licensing, animal ... Requires fingering to include picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers ...
Milton, FL · On-site
$18.69 - $20.55/hr
Explain departmental policies, laws, and ordinances related to animal control, licensing, animal ... Requires fingering to include picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers ...
Largo, FL · On-site
... control shelter operation, cares for impounded animals, assists the public on animal control ... Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands, Working ...
Largo, FL · On-site
... control shelter operation, cares for impounded animals, assists the public on animal control ... Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands, Working ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$46K - $78K/yr
High school diploma or GED and six months experience working or volunteering in an animal ... Must receive Euthanasia Certification provided by the Florida Animal Control Association or ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$46K - $78K/yr
High school diploma or GED and six months experience working or volunteering in an animal ... Must receive Euthanasia Certification provided by the Florida Animal Control Association or ...
Sanford, FL · On-site
$38K - $50K/yr
Assists the Animal Control Officers and function as an Animal Control Officer, when required. May ... Monitors and documents performance of all Community Service workers. Additional Duties: Must be ...
Sanford, FL · On-site
$38K - $50K/yr
Assists the Animal Control Officers and function as an Animal Control Officer, when required. May ... Monitors and documents performance of all Community Service workers. Additional Duties: Must be ...
Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$19.50/hr
Animal handling experience. * Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal control, or related environment. * Knowledge of animal services operations and procedures.
Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$19.50/hr
Animal handling experience. * Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal control, or related environment. * Knowledge of animal services operations and procedures.
Sanford, FL · On-site
Assists the Animal Control Officers and function as an Animal Control Officer, when required. May ... Monitors and documents performance of all Community Service workers. Additional Duties: Must be ...
Sanford, FL · On-site
Assists the Animal Control Officers and function as an Animal Control Officer, when required. May ... Monitors and documents performance of all Community Service workers. Additional Duties: Must be ...
Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$19.50/hr
Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal control, or related environment. Knowledge of animal services operations and procedures. Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$19.50/hr
Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal control, or related environment. Knowledge of animal services operations and procedures. Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$19.50/hr
Animal handling experience. * Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal control, or related environment. * Knowledge of animal services operations and procedures.
Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$19.50/hr
Animal handling experience. * Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal control, or related environment. * Knowledge of animal services operations and procedures.
Crestview, FL · On-site
$36K/yr
ANIMAL CONTROL Opening Date: 09/11/2026 Closing Date: 11/1/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt ... Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted in the course ...
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Crestview, FL · On-site
$36K/yr
ANIMAL CONTROL Opening Date: 09/11/2026 Closing Date: 11/1/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA: Non-Exempt ... Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted in the course ...
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Lake City, FL · On-site
$38K - $50K/yr
Assists the Animal Control Officers and function as an Animal Control Officer, when required. May ... Monitors and documents performance of all Community Service workers. Additional Duties : Must be ...
Lake City, FL · On-site
$38K - $50K/yr
Assists the Animal Control Officers and function as an Animal Control Officer, when required. May ... Monitors and documents performance of all Community Service workers. Additional Duties : Must be ...
$15.7K - $18.4K
11% of jobs
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2% of jobs
$21.1K - $23.7K
5% of jobs
$24.8K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$23.7K - $26.4K
17% of jobs
The median wage is $28.2K / yr.
$26.4K - $29.1K
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$29.1K - $31.8K
13% of jobs
$33.1K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$31.8K - $34.5K
10% of jobs
$34.5K - $37.2K
5% of jobs
$37.2K - $39.8K
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$39.8K - $42.5K
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$42.5K - $45.2K
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| Aspect | Animal Control Worker | Animal Shelter Worker |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | High school diploma; sometimes certifications in animal handling | High school diploma; often certifications in animal care and handling |
| Work Environment | Outdoor and field settings, responding to calls | Indoor shelter facilities, caring for animals |
| Employer & Industry | Municipalities, animal control agencies | Animal shelters, rescue organizations |
| Common Search & Comparison | Often compared for animal care and enforcement roles | Related but more focused on shelter management |
Animal Control Workers primarily respond to animal-related emergencies and enforce local laws, often working outdoors. Animal Shelter Workers focus on caring for animals within shelter facilities. Both roles require similar certifications and are employed by local agencies or shelters, but their work environments and daily tasks differ significantly.
Cities in Florida with the most Animal Control Worker job openings:
Vero Beach, FL • On-site
$21.86 - $22.73/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 14 days ago
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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Manufacturing
201 - 500 Employees
Vero Beach, FL, US
1919
