Animal Control Officer

City of Marshall•Marshall, TX

About The Position

The Animal Control Officer participates in animal shelter operations and field investigations. The role provides care for resident animals, maintains a safe, humane, and sanitary shelter environment, and responds to animal-related reports. It also supports animal rescue, transportation, adoption, public education, recordkeeping, and reporting. The officer must be available for an on-call rotation and evening and weekend work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of animal care methods gained through animal control, veterinary services, or other related work experience.
Availability for an on-call rotation and evening and weekend work.
Ability to cope with offensive sights and odors, constant noise, and exposure to physically injurious situations.
Knowledge of standard office and computer equipment and general recordkeeping principles and procedures.
Obtain TDH Basic Animal Control and Euthanasia Technician certifications within six months of employment.
Ability to obtain Advanced Level Animal Control Certification.
Valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training or job-related coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate in shelter activities, including feeding, cleaning, grooming, capturing, restraining, impounding, quarantining, and releasing animals.
Maintain shelter safety, a humane environment, and proper sanitation standards.
Examine animals for injuries or malnutrition and report findings to a supervisor for follow-up.
Perform scheduled euthanasia services for wild and domestic animals and dispose of remains properly.
Investigate animal attacks and animal cruelty reports by interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, writing reports, and testifying in court proceedings.
Interpret local ordinances, City policies, and state statutes and regulations related to animal control field investigations.
Collect, account for, and receipt fees for surrender, impoundment, quarantine, and adoption, as well as monetary and supply donations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the public.
Coordinate rescue, transportation, and adoption efforts with animal control staff, volunteers, and rescue groups.
Photograph pets and post them on social media.
Prepare productivity and statistical reports.
Participate in public education activities.
Perform other duties as apparent or assigned.