Animal Welfare & Enforcement Officer

City of Irving; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Irving Animal Services Officer handles responding to animal-related issues, enforcing laws, and caring for shelter animals. The role includes court testimony when required and participates in on-call rotations. Bilingual English/Spanish is advantageous and a valid Texas driver license with required certifications is essential.

Starting pay is set; expects weekend/evening shifts and heavy public interaction. Apply with resume. Full job description available online.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No experience necessary but relevant experience and bilingual skills beneficial.
• Must have or obtain within timeframe a valid Class C Texas driver's license and required certifications (Animal Control Officer, euthanasia, bite stick).

Responsibilities

• Respond to animal control issues and enforce local/state laws.
• Capture stray or loose animals and care for captured animals.
• Issue warnings/citations for animal control violations.
• Investigate biting incidents and testify in court as required.
• Assist with euthanasia and disposal of animals as needed.
• Answer and dispatch calls; participate in dispatch duty rotation.
• Work weekends/evenings and be available for on-call emergencies.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic computer knowledge

Microsoft Office familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Irving Animal Services Officer handles responding to animal-related issues, enforcing laws, and caring for shelter animals. The role includes court testimony when required and participates in on-call rotations. Bilingual English/Spanish is advantageous and a valid Texas driver license with required certifications is essential.

Starting pay is set; expects weekend/evening shifts and heavy public interaction. Apply with resume. Full job description available online.