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County of Siskiyou

Animal Shelter Coordinator

Yreka, CA · On-site

$41K - $52K/yr

DEFINITION Under general supervision, to perform a variety of Shelter, general support, telephone, office, computer and domestic animal care for the County Animal Control Division; to greet animal ...

Bay County

Animal Control Officer I

Panama City, FL

$40K - $71K/yr

Tracks the location of Animal Control Officers, dispatches and assigns back-up assistance to ... Facilitates adoption of stray animals pursuant to state and county regulations or in concert with ...

Butte County, CA

Animal Control Officer II

Oroville, CA · On-site

$3K - $4K/mo

For terms and conditions concerning Extra Help with Butte County, see Section 6.13c of the Butte ... CLASS CHARACTERISTICS \Animal Control Officer I: This is the entry-level classification in the ...

Calvert County

Animal Control Officer

Prince Frederick, MD · On-site

$26.54 - $28.41/hr

The Calvert County Animal Control Officer (ACO) is a field-based public safety position responsible for enforcing local and state animal welfare laws and ordinances. Animal Control Officers respond ...

Bay County, FL

Animal Control Officer I

FL · On-site

$40K - $71K/yr

Bay County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color ... Tracks the location of Animal Control Officers, dispatches and assigns back-up assistance to ...

Montgomery County Texas

Animal Control Officer

Conroe, TX · On-site

$19.87 - $26.63/hr

MONTGOMERY COUNTY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS POSTING WITHOUT NOTICE. Department: Montgomery County Animal Services Job Grade: 8 Job Title: Animal Control Officer Hourly Pay Rate: $19.87 - $26 ...

York County, SC

Animal Services Operations Manager

York, SC · On-site

$27.33 - $32.80/hr

York County Animal Control, York, SC Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2026-01015 Department: Public Works Division: Animal Control Opening Date: 04/10/2026 Closing Date: 6/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern FLSA:

City of Auburn, WA

Animal Control Officer

Auburn, WA · On-site

$6K/mo

Have a High School Diploma or equivalent Are at least 21 years of age Have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Municipal or County Animal Control Officer Have a valid driver's license ...

City of Grants

Animal Control Officer

Grants, NM · On-site

... the County Animal Control Officer (ACO) and volunteers. · Remains helpful, cooperative and courteous, and demonstrates a good attitude in all dealings with the public, co-workers and others, even ...

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How much do cook county animal control jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for cook county animal control in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cook County Animal Control job?

A Cook County Animal Control job involves enforcing local animal-related laws, responding to reports of stray or dangerous animals, and ensuring public safety. Officers investigate cases of animal cruelty, assist in capturing and relocating wildlife, and educate the public on responsible pet ownership. They may also coordinate with shelters and veterinarians to provide care for rescued or seized animals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cook County Animal Control position, and why are they important?

Success as a Cook County Animal Control officer requires knowledge of animal behavior, public safety regulations, and typically a background in animal science or law enforcement, along with relevant certifications. Familiarity with animal capture equipment, incident reporting systems, and sometimes state-mandated training or certification in humane animal handling is important. Outstanding officers excel in communication, problem-solving, and compassion when interacting with the public and animals under stress. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring community safety, effective animal management, and the humane treatment of all animals encountered on the job.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Cook County Animal Control?

Daily responsibilities for Cook County Animal Control staff usually include responding to calls about stray, injured, or dangerous animals; investigating potential animal cruelty cases; and enforcing local animal control laws. You may also safely capture and transport animals, maintain detailed records, and educate the public about responsible pet ownership and safety. Collaboration with law enforcement, shelters, veterinarians, and the general public is common, making teamwork and communication vital. The role offers a balance of fieldwork and administrative tasks, ensuring that each day brings variety and meaningful community impact.
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ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

The City of Weatherford

Weatherford, TX • On-site

$19.12 - $20.07/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

The Weatherford Parker County Animal Shelter is looking to hire an Animal Control Officer. This position patrols within the City limits and contracted areas; responds to complaints, impounds animals, provides assistance to the general public, verifies animal vaccinations, sets traps to capture wild or domestic animals. May be responsible for the caring of animals at the shelter and maintaining the animal shelter. The successful candidate will understand the importance of providing exceptional customer service to all customers. If you think you would be a good fit, we would like to hear from you.
***PLEASE NOTE, THIS POSITION IS TUESDAY-SATURDAY***
Roles & Responsibilities Include:
  • Enforces animal ordinances by receiving and responding to animal complaints, patrolling within City limits for animals roaming at-large, apprehending diseased or injured animals, determining animal ownership, and offering suggestions to animal owners regarding complying with laws and ordinances.
  • Enforces State and Federal animal regulations, rabies control and issues citations or files complaints on violations
  • Removes wild animals from residences on request by servicing and maintaining traps, delivering and demonstrating the proper use of traps, setting traps, picking up trapped animals and relocating the animal or administering euthanasia drugs.
  • Investigates and inspects animal nuisances including bites and animal cruelty and issue citations and notices to owners for the mistreatment of animals.
  • Communicates effectively via radio, telephone, email, and in person with citizens, co-workers, supervisors, including persons of diverse backgrounds, without bias and prejudice.

Qualifications
• Associate's degree in a related field of study. Previous experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree where appropriate. • Must have or obtain Basic Animal Control Certification issued by the Texas Department of Health within six (6) months of employment. • Must have or obtain Euthanasia Certification issued by the Texas Department of Health within six (6) months of employment. • Due to the nature of the position, criminal history must be clear. • Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver's License.
Miscellaneous Information
The City of Weatherford is a strong, progressive community of over 38,000 citizens, enjoying our small town feel with our big city amenities just outside of the Fort Worth Metroplex. The Weatherford Parker County Animal Shelter is innovative in nature and leading the animal services industry in Texas. The shelter intakes over 6,500 animals annually, meanwhile maintaining a Live Release Rate consistently above 90% since 2016. We are expanding our team to continue our commitment and pride in our Strong Community philosophy as well as our inclusiveness and diversity.

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