Animal Control Officer

1 month ago


Pearland, United States City of Pearland, TX Full time
The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Animal Control Officer to improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of the state-of-the-art, Shari D. Coleman Animal Shelter and Adoption Center.

The Animal Control Officer earns a competitive salary of $21.19-$22.94/per hour, depending on qualifications.

Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.

ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND

The City of Pearland has received a Top Workplaces of 2023 USA award from Energage, a leading research firm that specializes in employee engagement and workplace culture each year across the United States. The City of Pearland has also been recognized as a Top Workplace in the Houston Metro Area 2023 by The Houston Chronicle.

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life. Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation.

Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth. Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.

Shari D. Coleman Animal Shelter & Adoption Center

We make it our mission to protect, shelter, and care for animals, present educational programs to the community, provide support to residents and their pets during times of disaster, and offer and promote pet adoptions.

Our staff of ten professionally trained individuals are dedicated to serving the public and local animals, and we want you to bring your passion and love for all animals to our team

What do you need to become a team member?

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 3 months experience in animal handling. We prefer Basic ACO and Euthanasia certifications, but training can be provided for our pear-fect fit.

What does a typical day as an ACO look like?

As an ACO you'll spend your shifts doing the following . . .
  • Responding to calls and requests for service.
  • Answering the phone and provides customer service to callers, visitors and citizens.
  • Caring for animals at the shelter; assisting with kennel and office work; cleaning the shelter.
  • Educating citizens on the proper care of animals.
  • Performing public safety duties such as quarantines and bite reports.
  • Driving and maintaining your work vehicle.
  • Enforcing ordinances.
  • Euthanizing animals humanely and skillfully so that there is the least amount of trauma possible for the animals.
  • Lending a helping hand to your team as needed.


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