Animal Control Officer
Job Summary
The Animal Control Officer enforces animal and rabies control ordinances and licensing regulations within the municipality.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
Special Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Must possess a valid Class “C” Texas driver’s license or higher with a good driving history.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of local geographic area.
- Ability to run and chase animals.
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather.
- Ability to work for long periods of time in a smoke‑free workplace.
Physical Demands
The work is heavy and requires the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally with assistance, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force consistently to move objects.
Additional required physical abilities include: climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Free membership at the City’s pool and recreation center facilities
Pay
Starting salary is $19.21 hourly.
Applicants must pass a background check, pre‑employment substance‑abuse screening, motor vehicle record check, job‑related doctor’s physical exam, and FBI CJIS fingerprint‑based criminal background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.