Job Description

The Animal Control Officer enforces animal and rabies control ordinances and licensing regulations within the municipality. Animal Control Officers are responsible for capturing and impounding dangerous or stray animals, investigating cases of animal cruelty, enforcing City of Conroe and State Laws, providing expert testimony in court cases, rescuing trapped animals, writing incident reports and providing humane care to animals under their supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Special Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age. Possession of a valid class "C" Texas driver's license or higher with good driving history. Must complete Animal Control Officer certification course within one year of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to run and chase animals.
• Ability to work out-of-doors in all types of weather.
• Ability to work for long periods of time in a smoke-free workplace.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy and requires the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally with assistance, up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force consistently to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers an employee assistance program and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities for all employees. Starting salary for this position is $19.21 hourly.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Must pass FBI Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprint-based criminal background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.