Animal Services Officer
Job in
Little Elm, Denton County, Texas, 75806, USA
Listing for:
Town of Little Elm
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
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Government
Emergency Crisis Mgmt/ Disaster Relief
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 - 50000 USD Yearly
USD
35000.00
50000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Animal Services Supervisor provides respectful, courteous, and friendly customer service to all residents, business owners, and property owners while enforcing Town ordinances and ensuring compliance of regulations pertaining to the animal control ordinance. Candidate displays composure, a helpful attitude, integrity, and professionalism in all circumstances, including stressful and other adverse conditions. Primary duties include Animal Services duties including but not limited to: assisting in the animal shelter, assisting in the receiving, redeeming and adoption of animals at the shelter, also includes investigation of animal complaints and animal bites, patrol
ANTE Town and impounds stray or injured animals, and removal of dead animals from the roadway. Activities include responding to complaints, writing reports, conducting investigations, research, providing staff support, providing education and awareness to the public, maintaining records, public presentations, general office duties, and other duties as assigned, all in conformance with State and Town law.
The Animal Services Officer will have an opportunity to work in a community that is one of the fastest growing and most exciting suburbs in the USA. The candidate must be highly motivated and strive for success by demonstrating Little Elm’s Core Values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency, and Innovation.
Education / Training / Experience
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. One or more years of animal control work or related experience preferred.
Licenses or Certificates
Must be bondable.Basic Animal Control Officer Certification preferred or the ability to complete within six months of employment.Must have a valid Texas Driver's License.Language Skills
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or authorities, or members of the local business community.Bilingual communicative skills are preferred.Other Skills & Abilities
Skilled in providing excellent customer service.Ability to establish and meet deadlines.Must be self‑motivated.Knowledge of animal care and handling principals.Knowledge of animal behavior.Knowledge of proper cleaning and sanitizing methods.Skilled in caring for animals.Skilled in handling difficult animals.Ability to lift animals into(saved) a transport vehicle unassisted.Skilled in applying independent judgment and personal discretion.Ability to issue citations and violations in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with supervisors and other personnel.Demonstrate a willingnesslijn to perform duties in a team environment.Skills coordinating and managing multiple projects and/or assignments.Must have basic skills in personal computer operations to include Microsoft Office suite.Must be able to learn and interpret related ordinances and codes andсил procedures for handling code and ordinance violations.Essential Job Functions
Ability to provide enforcement related services with utmost professionalism, positive attitude, and a customer service mindset including with irate citizens.Patrols Town and investigates ordinance violations and enforces codes with impartiality and efficiency in regard to Animal Services areas of enforcement.Maintains a record of inspections and investigations conducted and actions taken in regard to Animal Services areas of enforcement.Enforces the Animal Services Ordinances.Responds, orally and in writing, to requests for code interpretation and application from citizens.Prepares modelling accurate records, compiles data and reports; utilizes information to witness for prosecution in court cases; and prepares, processes and issues notices or citations for violations of applicable codes, regulations or laws and follows through with appropriate actions.Coordinates related projects with other Town departments and outside agencies.Adheres to personnel, safety, and departmental rules and regulations.Informs supervisor of all work‑related activities.Assists…
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