Animal Control Officer: Build a Citywide Care Program

Smithville; Smithville (MO); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Paid parental leave

11 paid holidays annually

2 personal days annually

Vacation & Sick leave

Retirement (LAGERS)

Life insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Smithville seeks a full-time Animal Control Officer to build and manage the city’s animal control program within the Police Department. You will provide hands-on animal care, enforce ordinances, educate residents, and collaborate with veterinarians and agencies.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, maintaining the city pound, developing a Trap-Neuter-Release program, and supervising volunteers, with a focus on professional service and community safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year animal handling/shelter ops preferred.
• Animal control certification preferred; must obtain within first year if not already certified.
• Valid driver's license; ability to communicate effectively and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Respond to animal-related calls and complaints citywide.
• Enforce city ordinances and state laws.
• Capture and safely handle stray, injured, or aggressive animals.
• Transport animals to pound or veterinarians.
• Maintain pound operations and inventory.
• Coordinate veterinary treatment and animal health needs.
• Develop and implement a Trap-Neuter-Release program.
• Educate the public on responsible pet ownership and licensing.
• Recruit and supervise volunteers.
• Prepare enforcement cases and testify in municipal court.

Skills

Communication

Report writing

Independent work

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Animal control certification

Job description

The City of Smithville seeks a full-time Animal Control Officer to build and manage the city’s animal control program within the Police Department. You will provide hands-on animal care, enforce ordinances, educate residents, and collaborate with veterinarians and agencies.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, maintaining the city pound, developing a Trap-Neuter-Release program, and supervising volunteers, with a focus on professional service and community safety.