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City of Seabrook

Animal Control Supervisor

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$28.72 - $34.14/hr

Oversee investigations involving dangerous dogs, animal cruelty, neglect, stray animals, rabies exposure, bites, wildlife conflicts, livestock issues, and ordinance violations. * Ensure ...

City of Richmond, VA

Animal Control Officer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$50K - $72K/yr

The incumbent will be responsible for investigating complaints, picking up stray and dead animals, patrolling the city for violations of animal ordinances which may include aiding animals in distress ...

City of Richmond

Animal Control Officer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$50K - $72K/yr

The incumbent will be responsible for investigating complaints, picking up stray and dead animals, patrolling the city for violations of animal ordinances which may include aiding animals in distress ...

Town Of Pecos City

Animal Control Officer

Pecos, TX · On-site

$37K - $49K/yr

Investigating cases of animal cruelty * Enforcing licensing laws and other state, county, and city laws and regulations that are applicable to the animal control program. * Providing expert testimony ...

Town Of Pecos City

Animal Control Officer

Pecos, TX · On-site

Investigating cases of animal cruelty * Enforcing licensing laws and other state, county, and city laws and regulations that are applicable to the animal control program. * Providing expert testimony ...

Town of Marana, AZ

Animal Control Officer

Marana, AZ · On-site

$21.68 - $31.44/hr

This investigation will be based upon additional information supplied by the candidate and will ... Animal Control Officer certification * Animal Handling experience RECRUITMENT PROCESS To be ...

Seabrook

Animal Control Supervisor

Seabrook, TX · On-site

Oversee investigations involving dangerous dogs, animal cruelty, neglect, stray animals, rabies exposure, bites, wildlife conflicts, livestock issues, and ordinance violations. * Ensure ...

City of Seabrook

Animal Control Supervisor

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$28.72 - $34.14/hr

Ensure investigations, reports, citations, criminal complaints, and evidence are completed accurately and in accordance with applicable laws.Promote safe and humane animal handling techniques.

Bioqual Inc

Animal Technician

Rockville, MD · On-site

The Animal Technician I provides a variety of technical, housekeeping, and record keeping tasks ... Able to work and communicate professionally with investigators, supervisors and caretakers. * Able ...

Boulder County

Animal Protection Officer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$62K - $83K/yr

He/she initiates and completes reports, investigations, summonses and case files as needed to reach a disposition on animal related incidents. He/she may need to perform any other duties as assigned ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal investigators in the United States is $22.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Animal Investigators job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,503 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Animal Bite and Dispatch Coordinator (Office Services Coordinator)

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

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$18.52 - $22.22/hr

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Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

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Animal Bite and Dispatch Coordinator

The Animal Bite and Dispatch Coordinator supports the Animal Control Officer Team administratively to ensure the safety of the community and its animals. Works closely with the Communicable Disease team to track Rabies exposure and reporting.

Weekend work is required. The typical starting salary range is starting at $18.52-$22.22 per hour depending upon the candidates qualifications as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.

Examples of Duties
  • Handling the administrative portion of animal bite investigations, including making contact with animal owners, explaining bite quarantine procedures and restrictions, and advising on St. Louis County animal ordinances.
  • Managing bite quarantine animals and release dates, and scheduling with owners to pick up or drop off their pets.
  • Issuing citations and mailing to St. Louis County Courts.
  • Managing communications with other St. Louis County departments, State Laboratories, Police Departments, and Veterinary offices.
  • Collecting payments and managing compliance of fee payments.
  • Receiving and handling evidence for animal investigations.
  • Managing rabies specimens and their transport.
  • Answering phones and emails to answer questions and provide guidance to citizens.
  • Managing and filing animal bite and intake records.
  • Collecting information and dispatching calls to Animal Control Officers in accordance with priority level procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements & Availability

  • Ability to safely handle, walk, restrain, and transport animals of various sizes and temperaments, including aggressive or injured animals. This includes, but is not limited to, the consistent handling of dogs and cats.
  • May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
Minimum Qualifications

Four years' experience in a general office environment preferably within an animal care setting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Additional Information

A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.

St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance. In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.

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