Animal Control Officer — Protect & Serve the Community

City of Bellmead, Texas; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance/AD&D

Short-Term Disability

TMRS Retirement

HealthJoy App

Aflac options

Job summary

The City of Bellmead, Texas is seeking an Animal Control Officer to enforce local ordinances and state laws protecting animals within city limits. You will patrol, respond to complaints, relocate animals, and assist with quarantines and testing as needed.

You will also educate the public on responsible pet ownership, maintain accurate records, and support a positive work environment while reporting to the Support Services Police Lieutenant. A valid Texas Class C driver license is required.

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required and two (2) years of experience in the care and handling of animals or other animal related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have completed the Animal Control Officer Basic Training or complete within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Possession of a valid Class C Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Enforce animal control and issue warnings and citations for violations.
• Patrol the city to identify and respond to animal nuisances and welfare issues.
• Respond, investigate, and resolve complaints including rabies control and dangerous animals.
• Relocate animals, administer euthanasia drugs when needed, and transport to facilities.
• Investigate animal abuse, bites, and quarantine animals as required.
• Provide public education on animal control ordinances and responsible pet ownership.
• Maintain records, write reports, and keep files up to date.
• Transport police vehicles as needed and ensure reliable attendance.

Skills

Animal handling

Public relations

Report writing

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class C Texas driver license

Job description

The City of Bellmead, Texas is seeking an Animal Control Officer to enforce local ordinances and state laws protecting animals within city limits. You will patrol, respond to complaints, relocate animals, and assist with quarantines and testing as needed.

You will also educate the public on responsible pet ownership, maintain accurate records, and support a positive work environment while reporting to the Support Services Police Lieutenant. A valid Texas Class C driver license is required.