ANIMAL ENFORCEMENT OFFICER TRAINEE

ANIMAL ENFORCEMENT OFFICER TRAINEE

Salary

$20.87 - $23.06 Hourly

Location

2700 Evella

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39249

Department

Administration and Regulatory Affairs

Opening Date

07/29/2026

Closing Date

8/4/2026 5:00 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division: BARC

Reporting Location: 2700 Evella

Workdays & Hours: Sunday-Wednesday: 07:00AM-05:30PM Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

BARC has an exciting opportunity for an Animal Control Officer Trainee. The successful candidate will perform routine support functions in the enforcement of animal control through the apprehension an impounding of stray, diseased and / or dangerous animals. Assists in conducting investigations of animal ordinance violations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs routine functions through communications, dispatch and case documentation to acquire knowledge of the animal control operations (i.e. codes, computer system, ordinances and regulations)
• Under supervision, plans route, drives to destinations, performs work necessary to the circumstances encountered and completes the necessary paperwork on the assigned calls.
• Assists in apprehending and impounding stray, diseased and / or dangerous animals.
• Loads and unloads animals from trucks and counts, sorts, and separates them by size and sex prior to placement in kennel or ward.
• Under supervision, issues citations to animal owners who are in violation of City Ordinances.
• Explains City Ordinances and the responsibilities of pet ownership to the public as necessary.
• Assists the public with identification of their animals at the impound facility as necessary.
• Logs and maintains related files and prepares reports.
• Maintains proper records on animals apprehended or turned in by citizens.
• Checks and services vehicles and reports maintenance needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires extensive, near-continuous physical exertion such as repeated lifting of very heavy objects (more than 80 pounds), deep bending, climbing steps and/or assuming awkward positions. Work in indoor/outdoor weather conditions. There are frequent exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases and substances, and/or risks from contagious diseases or physical trauma conditions of a short-term to intermediate term nature.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Requires a High School Diploma or a GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required.

CERTIFICATION

Must obtain State of Texas Animal Control Certification within nine months of employment in classification.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid Texas drivers license and compliance with the City of Houstons policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

reference shall be given to eligible candidates with:

• Experience in animal shelter operations and knowledge of local, state, and national animal laws and best practices
• Ability to establish and maintain professional, effective relationships with animal shelters, community partners, other governmental organizations and the community at large

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 12

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832-393-7238).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-7238). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02

Which best describes your education?

• High School Diploma
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree or Beyond
• None of the Above

03

How many years of animal control experience do you have?

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months to 1 year of experience
• 1 year to 2 years of experience
• 2 years to 3 years of experience
• 3 years to 4 years of experience
• 4 years to 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience
• I have no animal control experience

04

Do you have computer data experience?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered yes to question #4, please briefly describe your experience working with computers. (If question does not apply, write "not applicable" or "N/A" in the space below)

06

Please indicate your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks in Word, enter correct data, create a database, import data from Excel in Access, format cells, rows and columns in Excel, create a PowerPoint presentation file with a title slide, bullet points and place in slide loop mode; creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mail in Outlook
• INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, mail merges in Word; create primary key to associate data between multiple tables, create a select query in Access; create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets & charts in Excel; add special affects to presentation (design and animation) in PowerPoint; reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message in Outlook.
• ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges in Word, create a split form and report and back up your databases in Access; use the filter and formula functions to manipulate data in Excel; transition presentation slides, link Excel charts to presentation and add voice in PowerPoint; delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar
• EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks in Word, manage Macro commands, and manage database objects in Access, use advance formula functions (Vlookup, IF, IS) manage macro commands, group rows in Excel; publish presentation online, embed objects into presentation in PowerPoint; managing multiple calendars, set rules for incoming mail, create subfolders for mail to be placed in Outlook.
• I have no experience in working with Microsoft Office Products

07

Do you have experience working with or are you knowledgeable with the Chameleon software program?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you a City of Houston employee?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have the State of Texas Animal Control Officer Certification or ability to obtain one within nine months of employment?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have a valid Texas Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/