Animal Control Officer

The City of Corona has an exciting opportunity to join our Police Department as an Animal Control Officer . The Corona Police Department is made up of 250 employees including officers and professional staff. The department is comprised of three divisions: Field Services, Investigative Services, and Support Services. Our mission is to ensure the safety and security of our community while maintaining trust through transparency. The Animal Control Officer performs routine animal control duties in support of the Police Department’s Support Services Division. This includes responding to calls and complaints from citizens for animal services. The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge & Education Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Knowledge of methods and techniques of handling, collecting, impounding, and registering a variety of wild and domestic animals in various conditions. Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of code violation investigation and compliance. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility. Knowledge of City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Skills & Abilities Ability to recognize normal and abnormal animal behavior and act accordingly. Ability to handle potentially dangerous animals in a safe manner. Ability to medicate or euthanize animals, after completion of appropriate training. Ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls, as directed. Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to animal services. Ability to work extended hours and rotating shifts, including mandatory training and meetings, overtime, evenings weekends, and holidays. Experience Two (2) years of experience in the enforcement and communication of animal services codes, ordinances, and regulations, and the humane care and handling of animals is desired. Possession of a valid California Driver's License (Class C), to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of, ability to obtain, or successful acquisition within 12 months of employment: a valid Chemical Immobilization Certification, to be maintained throughout employment. a valid Euthanasia by Injection Certification, to be maintained throughout employment. a P.C. 832 Certification in the use of firearms, search and seizure, and arrest practices. Characteristics Integrity—Being truthful and ethical in what we do, what we say, and what we say we do in both our personal and professional lives. Respect—We are committed to our profession and will always respect one another and the community that we serve. Inclusion—We are not just diverse; we are welcoming to all. Teamwork—When we work together to achieve our mission, the department and community will grow stronger. Together, we are better. Innovation—We provide modern police services and are committed to always improve our organizational practices. This position is FLSA Non-Exempt eligible for overtime compensation. Applications will be accepted until January 29, 2026, at 5:00PM . The deadline for first review of applications is January 15, 2026, at 12:00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Depending on the number of qualified candidates, candidates may be invited to take a virtual interview through the HireVue platform. The top scoring candidates from the virtual HireVue interview will be invited for an in-person oral interview tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, February 3, 2026 . Candidates will be notified of their interview time via email. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list and will be contacted by the department to start the background process as vacancies arise. The selected candidate will undergo a thorough background investigation and medical exam with the Corona Police Department. Background investigation will include but is not limited to the following: No felony conviction(s). Submit to a fingerprint and criminal history check - State and Federal Bureaus. Good moral character as determined by a thorough background investigation. United States high school graduate, GED, or equivalent. No conviction(s) of a serious offense, or numerous convictions of minor offenses. Submit to a polygraph examination. Successfully pass a medical examination. Credit history check, if established, must be satisfactory. COMMUNITY A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first‑rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four‑year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year. The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager’s Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers. The City’s total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is $399.1 million with a General Fund operating budget of $209.6 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 922 dedicated employees who provide high‑quality services to its residents and visitors each day. To view the essential duties and responsibilities, click here. 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