Animal Control Officer

Salary: $21.48 - $32.22 Hourly
Location : Police Department, 911 E. Sawmill Road, Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Tenure & Benefit Eligible
Job Number: 159-26
Division: Police Department
Section: Police Support Services
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
Closing Date: 10/4/2026 10:00 PM Arizona
Post-offer Requirements: Police Background


Physical

MMPI-2

Fingerprints (PD)

Non-Regulated Drug Screening

Essential Job Functions Test (Human Performance Evaluation)-Lift Test

Tetanus

Hepatitis A & B

PD MVR

Rabies Vaccine
Budgeted Min: $21.48
Budgeted Max: $26.85
Work Week: Four (4) ten-hour shifts/week 9am to 7pm. Days off may rotate every 6 months during shift change.


Description


Make a difference for people and animals in our communityAs an Animal Control Officer, you'll respond to animal-related calls, investigate complaints, enforce animal laws and ordinances, and help protect both public safety and animal welfare. From handling stray, injured, dangerous, and nuisance animals to responding to animal bites and cruelty concerns, you'll play a hands-on role in keeping our community safe. You'll also educate the public and work closely with shelters, veterinarians, and partner agencies to make a meaningful difference every day.

Examples of the Work Performed

• Patrols the city streets looking for stray animals, picks up loose animals, and issues citations to animal owners for violation of the leash laws.
• Investigates and follows up citizen complaints or requests for animal control work.
• Investigates and follows up on dog or other animal bites.
• Captures, tags, and logs animals into the humane shelter.
• Appears in court as necessary.
• Prepares accurate reports and maintains daily logs relating to animal control matters.
• Periodically inspects animal control vehicles and arranges maintenance and repairs as necessary.
• Keeps the special services supervisor and other supervisors advised of unusual circumstances or problems that come to their attention, whether criminal or administrative in nature.
• May be required to prepare and present a public presentation relating to animal control matters.
• Safely operates city vehicles in the performance of business-related activities and assigned duties.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

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Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid driver's license.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Driver's safety course i.e., the police department course.
• Some knowledge of and ability to handle wildlife of the area.
• Some experience in animal control enforcement.
• Some experience in developing new ideas and remedies to defend oneself from aggressive dogs, i.e., baton, stun gun, oc (pepper spray) training, dart guns.
• Some knowledge of contacts available for the public concerning animal problems that are not handled by city animal control.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must meet the applicable medical and vaccination requirements before being deployed into field duties involving these exposures.
• Must recognize and accept the expectation of ethical and law abiding behavior in both professional and personal life, as an example to the public you serve.
• Ability to successfully fulfill the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position.
• Ability and willingness to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays, as assigned.
• Some typing ability.
• Some computer ability.
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies. Must be on-call (after hours) three to four hours per week, depending on shift assigned.
• Must be willing and able to attend conferences and meetings that update officers on issues that pertain to the job, i.e., rabies conferences.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
• All Emergency Service Employees shall maintain their principal residence within the state boundaries of Arizona. All Emergency Service Employees, except those holding a position in Fire, will arrive at the assigned or emergency work location within one (1) hour from notification to report to duty.
• Incumbents of this position are subject to pre-employment drug screening, and post-employment random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug/alcohol screening.
• Must have the ability to be contacted and to respond in a timely manner and be willing and able to perform emergency work on an evening, weekend, and 12-hour shift basis.
• Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver's license.

Supplemental Information
CURRENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you'll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.


Our total compensation package includes best-in-class benefits and an annual salary of $44,678.40 - $67,017.60, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. Plus:

• Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
• Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with a mandatory contribution rate of approximately 12%
• Deferred Compensation Options
• Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
• Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
• 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
• First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
• Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Employer Assistance Program
• Recognition including Workiversary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
• Employee Discounts: Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers

Please note that Compensation and Benefits are subject to change based on future policy change, budgetary impact, and Council changes.

The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!
The City belongs to Northern Arizona Public Employees Benefit Trust (NAPEBT), a consortium formed to combine resources and leverage buying power in order to provide comprehensive and cost-effective benefits to employees. NAPEBT currently includes the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Coconino Community College, Flagstaff Unified School District, Mountain Line, Kachina Village Improvement District, and the Coconino County Accommodation School. NAPEBT continually works to ensure a better benefits package than any of the employers could offer individually, which keeps benefits costs down for employees.

INSURANCE
Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability options.

RETIREMENT
Employees are members of Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), or the Elected Officials Retirement Plan (EORP) based on eligibility requirements.


DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may make pre- or post-tax contributions to a 457 Retirement Plan through Voya, Nationwide, or Mission Square account via Payroll Deduction.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare benefits, Arizona State or Public Safety Retirement, annual vacation, 13 paid holidays, paid Parental Leave, an offsite health clinic, Employee Assistance Program, wellness program and incentives, First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, Tuition Assistance Program, and so much more. The City of Flagstaff is a Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness Employer. To view comprehensive benefits information, click
01


Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02


What is your highest level of education?

• None
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Associates Degree or 60 completed college credits
• Bachelors or higher level of education

03


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04


How many years of experience do you have working with animals in a professional, volunteer, or other relevant capacity, including handling, restraining, transporting, feeding, caring for, or otherwise managing animals?

• No experience working with animals
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five or more

05


Which types of animals have you worked with? Select all that apply.

• Dogs
• Cats
• Livestock/Farm Animals
• Wildlife
• Birds
• Reptiles/Amphibians
• Small Mammals/Rodents
• Exotic Animals
• Aggressive or Dangerous Animals
• Other Animals
• None

06


How many years of experience do you have safely handling or responding to animals?

• No experience working with animals
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five or more years

07


Which types of animal situations have you experienced? Select all that apply.

• Aggressive or dangerous animals
• Injured or ill animals
• Frightened or distressed animals
• Stray or loose animals
• Animals presenting a potential safety risk to the public
• Animals presenting a potential safety risk to themselves or others
• Animals requiring restraint
• Animals requiring specialized handling or equipment
• Animal transportation
• None of the above

08


How many years of experience do you have interacting with members of the public in a professional setting?

• No experience
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Three to four years
• Five years or more

09


Which types of public interactions have you experienced? Select all that apply.

• Responding to public complaints or concerns
• Handling difficult or confrontational interactions
• Working with individuals who are upset, frustrated, or emotionally distressed
• Explaining policies, procedures, regulations, or laws to the public
• Resolving conflicts or disputes
• Providing customer service in person or by telephone
• Enforcing policies, procedures, regulations, or laws
• Communicating with individuals regarding sensitive or potentially emotional situations
• None of the above

10


This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. This position is budgeted for the following range: $21.48-$26.85. Are you okay with that pay range?

• Yes
• No

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