Animal Control Officer

Galveston County Health District•Texas City, TX

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About The Position

Galveston County Health District is seeking a dedicated Animal Control Officer to patrol assigned areas, respond to citizen calls, capture and confine stray or dangerous animals, and enforce ordinances to protect the community and animals. This role is hands-on and essential for public safety and animal welfare. Why Join Us? We offer a career with fantastic benefits, including: Amazing retirement package to secure your future Affordable medical insurance to keep you and your family covered Generous paid time off so you can recharge FREE life insurance & long-term disability for peace of mind FREE parking – because the little things matter too!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1+ year experience in government animal control, animal shelters, or animal-oriented volunteer work preferred
Experience handling aggressive animals and using animal control equipment (catch poles, leashes, muzzles, traps, injections) required
Knowledge of safe driving, county geography, ordinances, and statutes related to animal control preferred
Euthanasia certification preferred (must obtain within 6 months if not already certified)
Valid Texas driver’s license
Strong communication, customer service, and computer skills
Willingness to work evenings and weekends
Must pass background check, drug/alcohol screening, and DMV/MVR checks
Equivalent education and experience may be considered

Nice To Haves

1+ year experience in government animal control, animal shelters, or animal-oriented volunteer work preferred
Knowledge of safe driving, county geography, ordinances, and statutes related to animal control preferred
Euthanasia certification preferred (must obtain within 6 months if not already certified)
Equivalent education and experience may be considered

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas and respond to citizen calls regarding dogs, cats, and non-domestic animals as approved
Capture and confine diseased, injured, stray, or aggressive animals
Investigate complaints, cruelty cases, abandoned animals, and barking dog issues
Document incidents, bite investigations, citations, and maintain logs in Animal Services software
Operate and maintain animal control vehicles safely
Perform euthanasia of vicious, diseased, or unclaimed animals following policy and procedures
Follow up on quarantines, animal bites, and court cases
Maintain continuing education to retain Basic Animal Control Officer certification
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor