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City of Minneapolis

Animal Control Officer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$33.74 - $41.01/hr

Animal Control Officer Print ( Apply  Animal Control Officer Salary $33.74 - $41.01 Hourly ... Recover and assume custody of lost, abandoned and recovered animals. Assist MPD with stolen animal ...

City Of Coweta

Animal Control Officer

Coweta, OK · On-site

Animal Control Officer Job Summary: The Animal Control Officer performs routine and complex public ... Coordinate and/or assist in the euthanization and proper disposal of animals. * Issues warnings or ...

Smith County, TX

Animal Control Officer

Tyler, TX · On-site

$40K - $43K/yr

Animal Control Opening Date: 03/13/2026 Summary/Objective The Animal Control Officer performs a ... * Assist with animal intake procedures including identification, documentation, and kennel ...

Town Of Pecos City

Animal Control Officer

Pecos, TX

They must know how to work with any emotions that arise in order to be able to effectively assist ... Animal control officers may work on their feet for long periods of time, and need to be able to ...

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Town Of Pecos City

Animal Control Officer

Pecos, TX · On-site

$37K - $49K/yr

They must know how to work with any emotions that arise in order to be able to effectively assist ... Animal control officers may work on their feet for long periods of time, and need to be able to ...

Smith County

Animal Control Officer

Tyler, TX · On-site

Animal Control Officer The Animal Control Officer performs a variety of field and shelter duties ... * Assist with animal intake procedures including identification, documentation, and kennel ...

Cameron County

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

San Benito, TX · On-site

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER PAY GRADE: 108 - $ 30,998.00 minimum salary SECTION I- SUMMARY: Under the ... * Assist on annual rabies clinics sponsored by Environmental Health Program. * Assist office on ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Feral Animal Control vs Animal Control Officer?

AspectAssistant Feral Animal ControlAnimal Control Officer
CertificationsTypically requires animal handling and safety certificationsRequires animal control certifications and sometimes law enforcement training
Work EnvironmentFieldwork involving trapping, handling feral animals, and community outreachFieldwork involving capturing, investigating, and managing various animal-related issues
Employer & IndustryMunicipal animal control departments, wildlife agenciesMunicipal animal control departments, law enforcement agencies

Assistant Feral Animal Control and Animal Control Officer roles both involve managing animal-related issues, but assistants typically focus on trapping and handling feral animals under supervision, while officers handle a broader range of animal control tasks, investigations, and enforcement. The roles often overlap in certifications and work environments, but the scope and responsibilities differ.

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Animal Control Officer 1

Nashville Staffing

Nashville, TN • On-site

Other

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Animal Control Officer

Patrols assigned area within Nashville-Davidson County in assigned vehicle; performs animal control services, including responding to calls for assistance, rescuing animals, apprehending stray animals, and investigating animal-related violations of local or state law. This position is with the Nashville Davidson County Public Health Department. If you have previously applied for this position, you will not need to reapply. If you have any questions about this position please contact MPHD HR at (615)-340-5640

Typical Duties
  • Apprehends subdues, and impounds stray, unlicensed, vicious, feral, and sick animals; investigates allegations of animal cruelty and other complaints involving animals.
  • Investigates animal bites and coordinates handling and quarantine of animals and related efforts.
  • Enforces animal control laws and ordinances, issues citations, collects evidence, and prepares investigative reports; communicates with other law enforcement agencies (MNPD/DCSO), works with prosecuting attorneys, and testifies in court.
  • Performs routine keyboard/computer operations on standard office equipment; completes intake and care reports; maintains daily log sheets and inventories; and other record keeping as required.
  • May conduct or assist with outreach and liaison programs, addressing groups and organizations on animal control, cold/hot weather pet safety and other issues.
  • May provide training and coordinate special projects as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma required.
  • Requires 1-2 years of professional animal care or animal control experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
  • Must be a Certified Animal Euthanasia Technician (CAET), or obtain certification within six months of hire. NOTICE: State regulations prohibit anyone with a criminal conviction of any kind from obtaining CAET.
  • Valid class "D" driver's license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.
  • Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.

Working Environment/Physical Demands:

  • Medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, bending, stooping, lifting, and exerting up to 50 pounds of force on a regular and reoccurring basis, including restraint of animals of varying size, age, and physical condition.
  • Must use protective clothing or gear.
  • May risk exposure to toxic and caustic chemicals, and animals/wildlife, including exposure to animal bites, scratches, and diseases such as Rabies, Ringworm, Lyme disease and Zoonosis.

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