Shelter Operations Officer: Save Lives & Care for Animals

City-of-Lubbock,-T; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Lubbock Animal Services is seeking an Animal Control Officer to maintain shelter operations and ensure the welfare of impounded animals. You will assist with intake, vaccinations, and daily care, while engaging with the public about LAS programs and adoption policies.

The role requires handling medical duties under the veterinarian's guidance, preventing disease spread, and performing euthanasia when necessary. A flexible, rotating schedule is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with public contact experience.
• Certification as Basic Animal Control Officer within required timeframe.
• Certification as Certified Euthanasia Technician within required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Maintain shelter operations and provide food, water, and shelter for impounded animals.
• Clean and disinfect assigned areas daily and participate in animal enrichment.
• Assist with intake, vaccination, and deworming of animals.
• Report health or behavior issues to veterinarian/management.
• Advise public on LAS programs and adoption policies.
• Protect confidential information and provide excellent customer service.
• Provide medical care per veterinarian recommendations and euthanize when necessary.
• Quarantine animals for rabies observation and prepare specimens for testing.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Communication

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent +1 year public contact experience

Basic Animal Control Officer certification (Texas DSHS)

Certified Euthanasia Technician (Texas DSHS)

Job description

Lubbock Animal Services is seeking an Animal Control Officer to maintain shelter operations and ensure the welfare of impounded animals. You will assist with intake, vaccinations, and daily care, while engaging with the public about LAS programs and adoption policies.

The role requires handling medical duties under the veterinarian's guidance, preventing disease spread, and performing euthanasia when necessary. A flexible, rotating schedule is expected.