Animal Services Officer

Animal Services Officers provide information and resources to help people and animals. Duties include protecting public health and safety by responding to and investigating animal related issues and enforcing local and state laws related to animals. Duties also include responding to complaints reported by the public; capturing stray or loose animals; removing dead animals; investigating biting incidents; issuing warnings and citations for animal control ordinance violations;

caring for captured animals; cleaning animal shelter facilities and vehicles; euthanizing animals; testifying in court when required; answering and dispatching calls; and participating in a dispatch duty rotation.

PAY GRADE GG15 / FULL PAY RANGE $24.74 - $32.56 PER HOUR ($51,468 - $67,740 ANNUALLY)

A high school diploma or equivalent required. No experience necessary but prior relevant experience and bilingual (English / Spanish) skills beneficial. Must have basic computer knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office products; and have, or be able to obtain within specified timeframe, a valid Class C Texas driver’s license, and Animal Control Officer, euthanasia and bite stick certifications. Schedule will include some weekend and evening hours, including participation in the on-call rotation;

must be available for callback in emergency situations and be able to adhere to a maximum one hour emergency response time. Starting pay for this position is at least Pay Grade GG15 Step 3, $24.74 per hour.