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City of Waco

Animal Protection Officer

City of Waco, Hewitt, Texas, United States, 76643

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Minimum Starting Salary: $21.00 per hour - Depending on Qualifications

The City of Waco Seeks Join our dedicated team as an Animal Protection Officer and help ensure the safety and well-being of animals and residents in our community. In this vital role, you will respond to animal-related calls, enforce local and state animal welfare laws, and investigate concerns such as cruelty, neglect, and public safety issues. You’ll safely capture, handle, and transport domestic animals, livestock, and wildlife, as well as coordinate quarantine and rabies control measures.

You’ll also support the community through education and outreach, provide excellent customer service, and maintain accurate reports and records. If you’re passionate about animal welfare and committed to public service, we invite you to apply and become an essential part of our compassionate team.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent;

1 year of customer service or animal service experience

Must live within McLennan County

Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License

Basic Animal Control Certification from the Texas Department of State Health Services is required within 180 days of hire

Euthanasia Certification mandated by the Texas Department of State Health Services is required within 180 days of hire

Must pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check

Position Description Under basic supervision, enforces state laws and local ordinances governing domestic and wild animals for the City of Waco Animal Services Department.

Position Responsibilities

Responds to calls for service; captures, transports, impounds, and quarantines animals; enforces state and local regulations governing animal control issues, investigates complaints and issues citations.

Provides customer service on domestic complaints and information requests; presents community outreach and educational programs; maintains records and prepares summary and status reports.

Euthanizes animals and processes animal carcasses.

Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment according to City standards. Operate a City-issued vehicle equipped with animal handling tools, containment units, and safety equipment to respond to service calls, rescue distressed or dangerous animals, enforce animal welfare laws, and transport animals safely to shelters or veterinary facilities while ensuring proper care and maintenance of all specialized gear.

May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.

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