Parks Animal Services Dispatcher

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington is seeking a Community Services Agent (Parks) to handle animal services calls, dispatch field units, and maintain records including licenses, quarantines and adoptions. The role requires strong communication, data-entry accuracy, and knowledge of animal laws.

Responsibilities include issuing citations for non-compliance, maintaining the animal trap program, and providing information to the public about leash laws and licensing; pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of animal behavior and relevant laws pertaining to animals and code enforcement.
• Ability to communicate clearly in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Proficiency in data entry and recordkeeping using computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle emergency and non-emergency animal service calls and dispatch units timely.
• Monitor radio transmissions and coordinate information with field personnel.
• Process financial transactions and paperwork; explain ordinances to the public.

Skills

Animal behavior knowledge

Emergency decision making

Communication skills

Data entry / recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Notary public within 6 months

Driver’s license, Texas Class C

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Multi-channel radio

Job description

City of Arlington is seeking a Community Services Agent (Parks) to handle animal services calls, dispatch field units, and maintain records including licenses, quarantines and adoptions. The role requires strong communication, data-entry accuracy, and knowledge of animal laws.

Responsibilities include issuing citations for non-compliance, maintaining the animal trap program, and providing information to the public about leash laws and licensing; pre-employment checks apply.