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Animal Services Officer I

Draper, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Animal Control Officer The position works under the direction of the Animal Control Supervisor and ... and creative problem solving. Occasionally lifts or otherwise moves objects weighing up to 50 ...

Animal Care Technician

Montgomery City, MO · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our ... Documents necessary animal information for management or veterinary staff. * Ensures the comfort ...

Animal Services Officer I

Draper, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The position works under the direction of the Animal Control Supervisor and is responsible for ... and creative problem solving. Occasionally lifts or otherwise moves objects weighing up to 50 ...

Animal Services Officer I

Draper, UT · On-site

$19.57 - $32.66/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The position works under the direction of the Animal Control Supervisor and is responsible for ... and creative problem solving. Occasionally lifts or otherwise moves objects weighing up to 50 ...

Animal Services Officer I

Draper, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The position works under the direction of the Animal Control Supervisor and is responsible for ... and creative problem solving. Occasionally lifts or otherwise moves objects weighing up to 50 ...

Animal Care Technician

Montgomery City, MO

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Our team members are diverse, creative, passionate experts who are genuinely dedicated to our ... Documents necessary animal information for management or veterinary staff. * Ensures the comfort ...

$19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

ERIK positions Ohio State to expand curiosity-driven research and creative expression, further ... Animal Health and Care Subfunction: Research Laboratory Animal Health Career Band and Level: T1 ...

Sr. Project Manager, Creative

California, MO · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... to animal conservation. There is no better time than now to join WHY Brands as we embark on our ... Owns creative project intake and oversees the timely flow of projects from concept through ...

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Sr. Project Manager, Creative

Van Nuys, CA · Hybrid

$85K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... to animal conservation. There is no better time than now to join WHY Brands as we embark on our ... Owns creative project intake and oversees the timely flow of projects from concept through ...

Sr. Project Manager, Creative

Van Nuys, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... to animal conservation. There is no better time than now to join WHY Brands as we embark on our ... Owns creative project intake and oversees the timely flow of projects from concept through ...

Animal Photographer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Animal Photographer The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a part-time Animal Photographer to ... Ability to develop creative concepts and capture the essence and personality of pets. * Strong ...

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How much do creative animal jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative animal in the United States is $29.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.96 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a creative animal?

Creative Animals are professionals who use their imagination, innovation, and artistic skills to develop new ideas, concepts, and solutions in various industries. They often work in fields such as advertising, design, marketing, content creation, and the arts, contributing fresh perspectives and original work. Creative Animals thrive on thinking outside the box and are valued for their ability to solve problems with creativity and flair.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in creative animal care roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in creative animal care roles, such as animal enrichment coordinators or trainers, often encounter challenges like designing activities that are both safe and stimulating for a variety of species. Balancing animal welfare with creative enrichment requires a deep understanding of behavior and collaboration with veterinarians and animal keepers. Staying updated on new enrichment techniques and adapting to individual animal needs are also essential. Regular team meetings and continuous education help address these challenges, ensuring both animal well-being and professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Creative Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Creative Director, you need a strong background in visual design, branding, and concept development, often supported by a degree in design or a related field and a robust portfolio. Familiarity with design software like Adobe Creative Suite and project management tools is typically required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and creative problem-solving skills set outstanding Creative Directors apart. These abilities are vital for guiding teams, delivering innovative campaigns, and ensuring cohesive brand messaging.

What is the difference between Creative Animal vs Graphic Designer?

AspectCreative AnimalGraphic Designer
Required CredentialsPortfolio, creative skills, sometimes a degree in art or designDegree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field; portfolio essential
Work EnvironmentAdvertising agencies, media companies, creative studiosDesign firms, marketing departments, freelance
Industry UsageUsed in advertising, branding, media projectsUsed in branding, marketing, print and digital media

Creative Animal and Graphic Designer roles both require a strong portfolio and creative skills. Creative Animals often work in advertising and media environments, focusing on innovative concepts, while Graphic Designers typically handle visual branding and digital design projects. Both roles are essential in the creative industry, with overlapping skills but different focus areas.

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What states have the most Creative Animal jobs?

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Infographic showing various Creative Animal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,834 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

Animal Protection Officer

San Diego Humane Society

San Diego, CA • On-site

$26.60 - $29.61/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


San Diego Humane Society rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

San Diego Humane Society is hiring Animal Protection Officers for our Humane Law Enforcement Team!
How you'll impact our mission:
At San Diego Humane Society, we're united by our mission to Inspire Compassion, providing hope and advancing the welfare of animals and people. Animal Protection Officers (APO) impact the lives of more than 40,000 animals each year by patrolling designated areas to enforce state laws and local ordinances and ensure humane treatment of animals. APOs hold primary responsibility for animal control type job duties, including rabies control, dangerous dog investigation, nuisance complaints, off leash enforcement, initiating cruelty in progress investigations, and general welfare concern response.
This role delivers service at the gold standard level in alignment with the SDHS Way, to meet the needs of animals and the people who love them by leading with compassion, finding creative solutions, providing personalized care and building connections. If you're passionate about making an impact in the animal welfare movement, we'd love to talk to you.
What's in it for you?
At SDHS, we're proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and commit to being a place where every person - staff, volunteer, and guest - can feel a sense of belonging. We support and invest in employees through conscious delivery of benefits and a workplace environment based on our Core Values.
As an employee you'll enjoy:
  • Competitive pay and paid time-off (including your Birthday Day Off!)
  • Comprehensive benefits package, training and well-being programs
  • 403(b) retirement plan with 5% match after 1 year
  • Free pet adoptions, pet vaccines and spay/neuter services
  • ...and so much more!

What you'll do:
  • Holds primary responsibility for animal control type job duties, including rabies control, dangerous dog investigation, nuisance complaints, off leash enforcement, initiating cruelty in progress investigations, kennel inspections, and general welfare concern response
  • Comprehend and enforce CA state laws and local animal control municipal codes
  • Humanely handle, capture, restrain, confine and transport domestic animals and livestock using proper humane equipment, methods and techniques
  • Educates the public regarding proper animal care
  • Issue citations; may prepare and execute search warrants and arrest warrants, and assist in preparing cases for filing criminal charges
  • Conduct accurate and thorough investigations including submitting written reports
  • Emergency Response Team - All officers receive training and equipment for responding to animal related emergencies related to a variety of incidents including wildfires

What we're looking for:
  • Requires a High School Degree or equivalent.
  • One (1) year of paid, full-time experience working in an animal control agency or humane society, veterinary or kennel/boarding facility, ranch or zoo handling, controlling and caring for animals required; OR Six (6) months of experience as an Animal Control Officer.
  • Must have a valid CA driver's license and be approved by SDHS insurance carrier to drive a company or personal vehicle for work purposes.
  • Working experience in customer services strongly preferred.
  • Bilingual skills a plus, Bilingual-Spanish preferred.

To successfully perform this job an individual must have genuine interest in animals and their well-being with strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
Candidates must pass a full background check post offer. Additionally, you must be able to pass a medical exam and drug screening.
Location & Hours: Based out of our San Diego Campus, with expected travel to all SDHS campuses and across the greater San Diego County. This position works a 4/10 Alternative Work Schedule.
Pay: Starting range is between $26.60 - $29.61 per hour and is eligible for an hourly bilingual-Spanish premium.
Recruitment Incentives: Candidates with animal shelter experience or field enforcement experience may be eligible for up to a $3,000 recruiting incentive. 1 year full-time paid minimum to qualify for bonus.
  • $500 bonus for active PC832 certification.
  • Animal Shelter Experience: $250 per full year of experience up to $1,250 (5 years).
  • Humane Law Enforcement Officer or Animal Control Officer experience: $500 per full year of experience up to $2,500 (5 years).

Recruiting incentives for HLE positions are limited to a one-time payment per candidate and cannot be received for multiple roles (e.g., for APO and for HLEO).
The listed hiring range for this position depicts the target range of pay rates for candidates. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. Compensation for internal candidates may increase beyond the listed range based on performance over time. For all candidates, the actual starting pay rate is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to your years of related education and experience, internal pay equity, and position location.
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