ANIMAL CARETAKER

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service; Nogales (AZ); Remote; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is seeking an Animal Caretaker (ACT) based at the National Detector Dog Training Center (NDDTC). The Field Canine Handler travels with canines to field locations, assisting Plant Protection and Quarantine Officers with inspections and patrols.

This federal role offers telework eligibility with four openings, and a posted pay range of $25.73 - $30.02/hr.

Qualifications

• No education qualification requirement.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

You will serve as an Animal Caretaker (ACT). Based at the NDDTC, the Field Canine Handler travels with canines to field locations, assisting Plant Protection and Quarantine Officers with inspections and patrols.

Key Responsibilities

The duties may include, but are not limited to:

Requirements & Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department of Agriculture.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $25.73 - $30.02/hr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-10.

How many openings are available?

There are 4 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.