Animal control officers jobs in the United States

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Counted Oct 27, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 137
Employers: 117

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $22.54Across 70 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $54,010Across 11 listings

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Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 0%0 listings
On-site: 13%18 listings

Not specified: 87% (119 listings)

Employers hiring include County of Los Angeles (3), Berrien County (2), CITY OF COLUMBIA (2).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Animal control officers jobs in the United States

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Animal Control Officer
City of Richmond
Richmond, VA
- $24.21 to $34.81 USD / hour
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Animal Control Officer - City of Birmingham
United States
The City of Birmingham is seeking a qualified Animal Control Officer responsible for investigating complaints and resolving issues while patrolling an assigned area of the city using a city…
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Animal Control Officer
City of Marshall, TX
Marshall, TX
- $17.72 USD / hour
DEFINITION: The Animal Control Officer, under general supervision, assists in the control of animals in the City and in the operation and care of the Animal Shelter.Examples of Duties
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Animal Control Officer
Kauai Humane Society
Lihue, HI
- $20 to $25 USD / hour
The Kauai Humane Society (KHS) seeks a Animal Control Officer to assist with dispatch, rescue, and response for dogs and cats, and minor livestock counsel assistance, as it pertains to the…
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Animal Control Officer
County of Orange
Orange County, CA
- $33.73 to $45.46 USD / hour
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Animal Care Officer positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill…
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Animal Control Supervisor
City of Davenport
Davenport, IA
- $63,671 to $83,537 USD / year
Under general direction assigns, supervises and assists Code Enforcement Officers in animal control field activities; enforces laws concerning the care and treatment of animals,
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Animal Control Supervisor I
Nash County
Nashville, NC
- $49,650 USD / year
The Animal Control Supervisor oversees daily field operations for four Animal Control Officers. This position is responsible for coordinating animal control response, enforcing applicable…
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Animal Control Officer
Ingham County
Mason, MI
- $23.34 to $30.56 USD / hour
Works for Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter under general supervision of the Deputy Director. Responds to citizen calls for service within Ingham County regarding animal welfare and…
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Animal Control Officer I
Montgomery County TN
Clarksville, TN
- $21.56 USD / hour
…a safe and healthy environment and education as related to animal control and…
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Animal Control Officer - Health
Sedgwick County
Wichita, KS
- $19.73 USD / hour
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Animal Control Officer
City of Manchester
Manchester, TN
Investigate animal cruelty and neglect charges and perform related duties to promote compliance with laws regulating animal treatment by performing the following duties.
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Animal Control Officer
City of Wichita
Wichita, KS
- $21.67 USD / hour
This is animal control work handling routine or difficult assignments enforcing and promoting a responsible animal ownership program. Work involves investigative and field work enforcing…
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Animal Control Officer (General Services Department)
City of Detroit
Detroit, MI
- $21.65 to $25.99 USD / hour
GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - DETROIT ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL DIVISION
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Animal Control Officer
TOWN OF MIAMI
MIAMI, AZ
- $25.65 USD / hour
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Parking/Animal Control Officer
City of Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park, MI
- $22.9 to $27.49 USD / hour
…parking enforcement, responds to requests for assistance in animal control, issues citations in conformity with city codes and ordinances related to parking and animal…
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Animal Control Officer
Hood County - Texas Association of Counties
Granbury, TX
Animal Control Officer Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. An employee may be requested to perform…
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Animal Control Officer
Texas Association of Counties
Victoria, TX
Primary Objectives Performs intermediate work enforcing local city and county ordinances related to animal control. They interact with the public, investigate animal bites, and file…
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ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER II
County of Los Angeles
Long Beach, CA
- $4,737.64 to $6,384.64 USD / month
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ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER IV
County of Los Angeles
Long Beach, CA
- $5,885.74 to $7,931.74 USD / month
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Sheriff's Office - Animal Control Officer (Temporary/ Part-Time)
Berrien County
St Joseph, MI
- $18 USD / hour
- Part-time
Animal Control Officer - $18.00/ Hour - This is a temporary, part-time position working a maximum of 1,000 hours per calendar year. There are no benefits. Duties: - Enforces state and local…
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Animal Control Officer II
CITY OF COLUMBIA
Columbia, MO
HOURS: 40 hours a week. The purpose of this job is to serve as a lead field officer enforcing animal control laws, responding to high-risk situations, and providing training and guidance to…
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Animal Control Officer
CITY OF WOLF POINT
WOLF POINT, MT
I CLASS TITLE: I ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER WAGE: $18.85-$28.85 ACCOUNTABLE TO: Police Chief or Shift Supervisor PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Under general supervision, enforces compliance…
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Solid Waste/Animal Control Officer
Scotland County Manager's Ofc
Laurinburg, NC
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Police Service Technician (PST)/Animal Control Officer (Part-time) (00613)
City of New Bern
New Bern, NC
- Part-time
Performs responsible skilled work in the enforcement of local and State laws and ordinances regulating the keeping, control and protection of animals within the City; does related work as…
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Assistant Animal Control Officer
WEBER COUNTY CORP
OGDEN, UT
WAGE: $21.88 DEPARTMENT: Animal Control PERSONNEL STATUS: Full Time BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, 401k match, Sick/Vacation, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident,…

Kauai Humane Society

Animal Control Officer

Lihue, HI, United States

$20 to $25 USD / hour · Full-time

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Pay: $20 to $25 USD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 16, 2026

Original job description

The Kauai Humane Society (KHS) seeks a Animal Control Officer to assist with dispatch, rescue, and response for dogs and cats, and minor livestock counsel assistance, as it pertains to the Kauai County contract services Kauai Humane Society provides the island. Humane Officers must be willing to share work for weekends, holidays, occasional overtime, and be on-call overnight (which is compensated) two-three nights per week. This role spends a majority of the day on the road, responding to calls across the island, and will often require lifting heavy dogs, and some cats, into the animal control vehicle. Humane Officers must be experienced and confident when handling animals in a variety of different and often stressful situations, while also maintaining a professional and kind demeanor with members of the public at all times. **Candidates already living on Kauai / a Hawaiian island and who have already secured housing on Kauai are strongly preferred and will be given first consideration for the position.** Humane Officer Qualifications The candidate must be able to meet criteria for deputization with the Kauai Police Department, including:

No felony convictions nor misdemeanor convictions involving a moral turpitude or of any criminal assault
Must be a US Citizen
Must be at least 21 years of age
Subject to background investigation

Candidates must have:

Valid Hawaii Driver’s license, or valid out-of-state license, with a clear driving record for at least one year prior to application
High School graduate or GED equivalent preferred, suitable work experience in lieu of education considered for adults over 21 years of age.
At least one year of animal handling experience
At least one year experience working with the public
Competency to use computers and online database programs, such as animal shelter software

Humane Officer Physical Requirements:

Must be able to work with both dogs and cats of varying sizes, breeds, and temperaments.
Must be able to professionally and calmly deal with an emotionally charged public as well as carry a fast-paced and changing workload, which at times can be stressful.
Must agree to work in an environment that, by nature of the industry, understands there may be occasional exposure to injured, sick, deceased and/or difficult animals with varying health concerns.
Must be able to stand, walk, bend and stoop frequently and daily to perform duties.
Strongly preferred to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless valid, legal medical exemption documentation is provided.
Must be able to perform prolonged strenuous physical activity, including lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds alone or up to 100 pounds with the help of fellow employees for short distances.
Must be able to chase or run after animals that might escape confinement.

Humane Officer Essential Duties:

Humanely captures, transports, and intakes stray and owned dogs and cats, with the ability/willingness to handle injured and deceased animals when necessary.
Investigates animal neglect and cruelty for pet animals and livestock, including but not limited to: Takes appropriate steps to educate both the complainant and the animal owner as to their legal and humane responsibility of animal ownership, Participates in the legal process when needed, including speaking in court if summoned
Responds to public concerns regarding dog nuisances.
Provides accurate information and professional, courteous service to the public at all times.
Produces and maintains accurate case files, records, and reports as required.
Provides emergency rescue and transportation of sick and injured dogs and cats during normal business hours as well as assigned on-call hours. Euthanizes animals in emergency situations at the shelter when necessary.
Issues citations and testifies in court as a witness on behalf of the County when necessary.
Treats all animals humanely, properly, and with compassion, according to established KHS procedures.
Promotes a humane and caring attitude toward all animals through education to the public and examples of proper animal care.
Cleans, disinfects, and restocks KHS vehicles and transport crates according to KHS established procedures.
Educates oneself continually on animal welfare laws, humane animal handling techniques, procedures and equipment and implements into daily activity according to KHS procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly wage range is $20-$25/hour, commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift
On call
Weekends as needed

Experience:

working with the public: 2 years (Preferred)
Animal handling: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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