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Elko County, NV

Animal Control Officer

Elko, NV · On-site

$21.57 - $31.28/hr

... enforces animal control ordinances and laws. Responds to complaints about animals and patrol ... Patrols jurisdiction in a public vehicle to control the number of unlicensed, stray, and/or feral ...

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Animal Control Officer

Elko, NV · On-site

Under general supervision, enforces animal control ordinances and laws. Responds to complaints ... Patrols jurisdiction in a public vehicle to control the number of unlicensed, stray, and/or feral ...

Elko County, NV

Animal Control Officer

Elko, NV · On-site

$21.57 - $31.28/hr

... enforces animal control ordinances and laws. Responds to complaints about animals and patrol ... Patrols jurisdiction in a public vehicle to control the number of unlicensed, stray, and/or feral ...

Elko County

Animal Control Officer

Elko, NV · On-site

Animal Control Officer Under general supervision, enforces animal control ordinances and laws ... Patrols jurisdiction in a public vehicle to control the number of unlicensed, stray, and/or feral ...

Elko County

Animal Control Officer

Elko, NV

$21.57 - $31.28/hr

Patrols jurisdiction in a public vehicle to control the number of unlicensed, stray, and/or feral ... Conducts initial investigation of complaints regarding animal cruelty and investigates bites ...

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How much do volunteer feral animal control jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer feral animal control in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Feral Animal Control vs Volunteer Animal Shelter Worker?

AspectVolunteer Feral Animal ControlVolunteer Animal Shelter Worker
CertificationsNone typically required, but knowledge of animal behavior helpfulBasic animal handling and care knowledge beneficial
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, fieldwork focused on feral and stray animalsIndoor shelter environment caring for domesticated animals
Employer & IndustryAnimal control agencies, rescue groupsAnimal shelters, rescue organizations
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Volunteer Feral Animal Control involves outdoor work focused on managing feral and stray animals, often requiring knowledge of animal behavior. Volunteer Animal Shelter Workers typically work indoors caring for domesticated animals in shelters. Both roles support animal welfare but differ in environment and specific tasks.

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Animal Control Officer 2 (Night Shift)

Nashville Staffing

Nashville, TN • On-site

Other

Posted 5 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 will work 9:00pm-7:30am

This position is with the Nashville Davidson County Public Health Department. Please direct all calls to the Public Health Human Resources Department (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

Education and Experience High school diploma required. Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience with at least 2 years of experience in animal control, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Licensure 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 have satisfactorily completed NACA I and II, or NACHO A and B, or the equivalent, or have completed same within 24 months of hire. Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must demonstrate knowledge of basic animal care standards, including safe animal handling procedures for domestic and wild animals. Must demonstrate proper use, secure storage, and disposal of lethal chemicals, syringes and related equipment. Must treat animals humanely and with compassion at all times, including those that are sick, injured, feral, or aggressive. 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

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