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CITY OF CALDWELL

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Caldwell, TX · On-site

$17/hr

Animal Control Officer GENERAL SUMMARY The Animal Control Officer enforces ordinances and laws ... feral. Must be able to work in weather extremes. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Frequent walking, standing ...

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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 ...

Elko County

Animal Control Officer

Elko, NV · On-site

$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 ...

Seabrook

Animal Control Supervisor

Seabrook, TX

Reporting to the Police Lieutenant, the Animal Control Supervisor oversees Animal Control Officers, shelter personnel, and volunteers while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local ...

City of Seabrook

Animal Control Supervisor

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$28.72 - $34.14/hr

Reporting to the Police Lieutenant, the Animal Control Supervisor oversees Animal Control Officers, shelter personnel, and volunteers while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local ...

City of Seabrook

Animal Control Supervisor

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$28.72 - $34.14/hr

Reporting to the Police Lieutenant, the Animal Control Supervisor oversees Animal Control Officers, shelter personnel, and volunteers while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local ...

Missoula County, MT

Animal Control Officer

Missoula, MT · On-site

$24.74/hr

Health, Animal Control Division BARGAINING UNIT: MPEA - Local 8512 We will take our first look at ... New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status and communicable disease testing for ...

Missoula County, MT

Animal Control Officer

Missoula, MT · On-site

$24.74/hr

Health, Animal Control Division BARGAINING UNIT: MPEA - Local 8512 We will take our first look at ... New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status and communicable disease testing for ...

City of Weslaco

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Weslaco, TX · On-site

$14.28/hr

Job SummaryThe Animal Control Officer is responsible for capturing and impounding dangerous or ... Responds to natural disaster emergencies; supervises damage team members and volunteers.Vector ...

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

As of Sep 3, 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

CITY OF CALDWELL

Caldwell, TX • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

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Job description


Animal Control Officer 

GENERAL SUMMARY 

The Animal Control Officer enforces ordinances and laws regarding animal control. This is accomplished by patrolling within the City limits, responding to complaints, impounding animals, providing assistance to the general public, and investigating animal bites and animal cruelty cases. 

SUPERVISION: Reports to the Police Chief or designee. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Performs animal control duties by investigating animal bites, testing for rabies in unclaimed animals involved in a bite and in high risk rabies animals, ensuring owners quarantine animals after a bite incident, completing work order records.
  • Performs daily duties by patrolling the City for violations of ordinances, responding to calls for service, ensures the education of citizens on laws pertaining to animal control, cleaning and maintaining the animal control vehicle, and disinfecting animal control transport containers.
  • Subject to on-call status as needed for after-hours calls.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 

High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience in Animal Control preferred but not required.
Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operation, technical, or office processes. 

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: 

Valid Class C driver’s license with acceptable record
Basic Animal Control Certification highly preferred; OR
Ability to obtain Basic Animal Control Certification within 1 year 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations relative to animal control.
  • Ability to provide sound advice to others outside of direct reporting relationships on general laws or ordinances which may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement.
  • Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, and manuals.
  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.
  • Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on operational efficiency and reliability.
  • Ability to work in inclement weather. 
  • Ability to work with a crew and co-workers in a courteous manner. 
  • Ability to stand and walk for periods of time.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects or animals weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to handle emergency situations with confidence and a calm demeanor.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Work is primarily performed outside with frequent exposure to extreme/inclement weather conditions. Must frequently work in humid conditions, with exposure to moving traffic, fumes, high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, irritating plants, dogs, cats, rodents, snakes, insects, and other animals, both domesticated and feral. Must be able to work in weather extremes. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Frequent walking, standing, driving, bending. Occasional sitting, lifting, pushing/pulling, crouching, twisting. Some carrying, kneeling, fine dexterity, crawling, climbing, and balancing required. Ability to work, stand, and climb on uneven terrain. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.