Animal Control Field Care Technician

City Of Jonesboro; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Jonesboro seeks a dedicated Animal Services Technician to support the Animal Control Department in Jonesboro, AR. The role involves caring for and recovering domesticated animals, responding to after‑hours calls, kennels maintenance, and clerical tasks.

Must meet education requirements and hold a valid driver's license. This full‑time, safety‑sensitive position requires adherence to drug screening policies and readiness to work outdoors and in demanding conditions, with occasional

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate information clearly in person and in writing.
• Ability to interact with customers, the general public and coworkers.
• Awareness of safety protocols and procedures for animal care.
• Ability to maintain logs, records and data entry accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide food, water and sterilize kennels against disease.
• Picks up abandoned or stray animals and responds to calls.
• Provide medical care to animals including inoculations.
• Handle clerical tasks, answer phones and log information.
• Assist Kennel Masters and recover deceased animals when needed.
• Dispatch calls and assist with routine investigations as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Public interaction

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED plus 12–18 months related experience

Job description

City of Jonesboro seeks a dedicated Animal Services Technician to support the Animal Control Department in Jonesboro, AR. The role involves caring for and recovering domesticated animals, responding to after‑hours calls, kennels maintenance, and clerical tasks.

Must meet education requirements and hold a valid driver's license. This full‑time, safety‑sensitive position requires adherence to drug screening policies and readiness to work outdoors and in demanding conditions, with occasional