Alvin, TX · On-site
$17.13/hr
A Humane Officer (also referred to as an Animal Control Officer) is under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager who operates the City's animal shelter and is responsible for the enforcement ...
Alvin, TX · On-site
$17.13/hr
A Humane Officer (also referred to as an Animal Control Officer) is under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager who operates the City's animal shelter and is responsible for the enforcement ...
Marana, AZ · On-site
$21.68 - $31.44/hr
Position Description The Town of Marana is seeking a full-time Animal Control Officer to work in Community and Neighborhood Services. Candidates must have a strong commitment for the compassionate ...
Marana, AZ · On-site
$21.68 - $31.44/hr
Position Description The Town of Marana is seeking a full-time Animal Control Officer to work in Community and Neighborhood Services. Candidates must have a strong commitment for the compassionate ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$55K - $77K/yr
The Animal Control Officer II is distinguished from the Senior Animal Control Officer in that the latter performs the full, first-line supervisory duties such as plan, evaluate, and assign the work ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$55K - $77K/yr
The Animal Control Officer II is distinguished from the Senior Animal Control Officer in that the latter performs the full, first-line supervisory duties such as plan, evaluate, and assign the work ...
Alvin, TX · On-site
$17.13/hr
A Humane Officer (also referred to as an Animal Control Officer) is under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager who operates the City's animal shelter and is responsible for the enforcement ...
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Alvin, TX · On-site
$17.13/hr
A Humane Officer (also referred to as an Animal Control Officer) is under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager who operates the City's animal shelter and is responsible for the enforcement ...
Oroville, CA · On-site
$3.4K - $4.6K/mo
Animal Control Officer II: This is the journey-level classification in the Animal Control Officer series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Animal Control Officer I level by the ...
Oroville, CA · On-site
$3.4K - $4.6K/mo
Animal Control Officer II: This is the journey-level classification in the Animal Control Officer series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Animal Control Officer I level by the ...
Alvin, TX · On-site
$17.13/hr
A Humane Officer (also referred to as an Animal Control Officer) is under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager who operates the City's animal shelter and is responsible for the enforcement ...
Alvin, TX · On-site
$17.13/hr
A Humane Officer (also referred to as an Animal Control Officer) is under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager who operates the City's animal shelter and is responsible for the enforcement ...
Oroville, CA · On-site
Animal Control Officer This classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2027. This recruitment will be limited to the first 50 applicants. The recruitment will close upon ...
Oroville, CA · On-site
Animal Control Officer This classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2027. This recruitment will be limited to the first 50 applicants. The recruitment will close upon ...
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Animal Control Officers are deputized and sworn in to serve/enforce and protect animals and people across the 6 jurisdictions that Kitsap Animal Control serves. Officers perform their duties ...
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Animal Control Officers are deputized and sworn in to serve/enforce and protect animals and people across the 6 jurisdictions that Kitsap Animal Control serves. Officers perform their duties ...
Silverdale, WA · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Animal Control Officers are deputized and sworn in to serve/enforce and protect animals and people across the 6 jurisdictions that Kitsap Animal Control serves. Officers perform their duties ...
Silverdale, WA · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Animal Control Officers are deputized and sworn in to serve/enforce and protect animals and people across the 6 jurisdictions that Kitsap Animal Control serves. Officers perform their duties ...
Centreville, MI · On-site
$20.55 - $26.73/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Animal Control Officer - enforces state and county laws and local animal control ordinances and oversees care of animals detained by the county. Assists the Animal Control Supervisor by managing ...
Centreville, MI · On-site
$20.55 - $26.73/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Animal Control Officer - enforces state and county laws and local animal control ordinances and oversees care of animals detained by the county. Assists the Animal Control Supervisor by managing ...
Texas City, TX · On-site
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
Galveston County Health District is seeking a dedicated Animal Control Officer to patrol assigned areas, respond to citizen calls, capture and confine stray or dangerous animals, and enforce ...
Texas City, TX · On-site
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
Galveston County Health District is seeking a dedicated Animal Control Officer to patrol assigned areas, respond to citizen calls, capture and confine stray or dangerous animals, and enforce ...
$55K - $77K/yr
The Animal Control Officer II is distinguished from the Senior Animal Control Officer in that the latter performs the full, first-line supervisory duties such as plan, evaluate, and assign the work ...
$55K - $77K/yr
The Animal Control Officer II is distinguished from the Senior Animal Control Officer in that the latter performs the full, first-line supervisory duties such as plan, evaluate, and assign the work ...
Dearborn, MI · On-site
$16.96/hr
Animal Control Officer Salary: $16.96 per hour Minimum Age: 18 years of age Hours of Work: 28 hours per week - Work schedule is to be determined on a monthly basis according to the needs of the ...
Dearborn, MI · On-site
$16.96/hr
Animal Control Officer Salary: $16.96 per hour Minimum Age: 18 years of age Hours of Work: 28 hours per week - Work schedule is to be determined on a monthly basis according to the needs of the ...
Texas City, TX · On-site
$22/hr
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
Galveston County Health District is seeking a dedicated Animal Control Officer to patrol assigned areas, respond to citizen calls, capture and confine stray or dangerous animals, and enforce ...
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Texas City, TX · On-site
$22/hr
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
Galveston County Health District is seeking a dedicated Animal Control Officer to patrol assigned areas, respond to citizen calls, capture and confine stray or dangerous animals, and enforce ...
Oroville, CA · On-site
Animal Control Officer II: This is the journey-level classification in the Animal Control Officer series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Animal Control Officer I level by the ...
Oroville, CA · On-site
Animal Control Officer II: This is the journey-level classification in the Animal Control Officer series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Animal Control Officer I level by the ...
Silverdale, WA · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Animal Control Officers are deputized and sworn in to serve/enforce and protect animals and people across the 6 jurisdictions that Kitsap Animal Control serves. Officers perform their duties ...
Silverdale, WA · On-site
$20/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
PTO
Animal Control Officers are deputized and sworn in to serve/enforce and protect animals and people across the 6 jurisdictions that Kitsap Animal Control serves. Officers perform their duties ...
Position Description The Town of Marana is seeking a full-time Animal Control Officer to work in Community and Neighborhood Services. Candidates must have a strong commitment for the compassionate ...
Position Description The Town of Marana is seeking a full-time Animal Control Officer to work in Community and Neighborhood Services. Candidates must have a strong commitment for the compassionate ...
Hinesville, GA · On-site
Medical
Dental
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Life
Retirement
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Animal Control Officer Serve your community as a full-time Animal Control Officer with Liberty County Animal Services. In this role, you'll help protect residents and animals by enforcing local and ...
Hinesville, GA · On-site
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Life
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Animal Control Officer Serve your community as a full-time Animal Control Officer with Liberty County Animal Services. In this role, you'll help protect residents and animals by enforcing local and ...
Clarksville, TN · On-site
$21.56/hr
Animal Control Officer I The purpose of this job is to address quality of life concerns for the citizens of Montgomery County by providing a safe and healthy environment and education as related to ...
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Clarksville, TN · On-site
$21.56/hr
Animal Control Officer I The purpose of this job is to address quality of life concerns for the citizens of Montgomery County by providing a safe and healthy environment and education as related to ...
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Grants, NM · On-site
Animal Control Officer DEPARTMENT: Animal Care Center REPORTS TO: Animal Control Director/Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Animal Control Supervisor, this position ...
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Grants, NM · On-site
Animal Control Officer DEPARTMENT: Animal Care Center REPORTS TO: Animal Control Director/Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Animal Control Supervisor, this position ...
$13.22 - $16.72
12% of jobs
$17.59 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.72 - $20.21
54% of jobs
$20.21 - $23.71
8% of jobs
$24.80 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$23.71 - $27.21
4% of jobs
$27.21 - $30.70
6% of jobs
$30.70 - $34.20
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$34.20 - $37.70
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$37.70 - $41.19
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$41.19 - $44.69
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| Aspect | Contractual Animal Control Officer | Animal Control Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Animal control certification, sometimes specialized training | Animal control certification, basic animal handling training |
| Work Environment | Fieldwork, animal rescue, enforcement | Fieldwork, animal shelter duties, rescue |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Municipalities, government agencies | Animal shelters, local government |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Often searched together due to similar roles | Related but more shelter-focused |
Contractual Animal Control Officers and Animal Control Technicians share similar responsibilities, certifications, and work environments. The main difference lies in their employment status and scope: Contractual officers are hired on a temporary basis, often for specific projects or periods, while technicians are typically full-time staff. Both roles are essential in animal rescue and control efforts within municipalities and shelters.
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$17.13/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 28 days ago
Job Announcement:
A Humane Officer (also referred to as an Animal Control Officer) is under the general supervision of the Shelter Manager who operates the City's animal shelter and is responsible for the enforcement of animal control and cruelty laws and regulations. Employees in this class provide care to sheltered animals, capture nuisance animals, educate the general public on ordinances in relation to domestic pets, and respond to calls for services and emergencies twenty-four (24) hours a day. Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Basic level certification in animal control by the state's Department of Health (may be obtained post-employment).
• High school diploma or GED; Preferred to be supplemented by minimum six (6) months experience in a field related to animal control/care.
• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Requires the ability to acquire within one year of hire advanced level certification in animal control by the state's Department of Health.
Salary:
Starting Salary: $17.13
