Animal Services Officer

About The Position The City of Saint Paul Department of Safety & Inspections is hiring an Animal Services Officer I to perform entry level work with the Saint Paul Animal Services Center (SPAS) enforcing animal and pest control ordinances. Here\'s What You Can Expect To Do Provide dispatch services to field-based Animal Services Officers. Prepare routine documents, forms, and reports related to inspections, investigations, compliance, and research. Provide daily care, enrichment, and training to impounded animals. Provide routine janitorial services at the animal shelter. Assist with vaccination and other veterinary procedures. Assists other staff with recurring duties at the SPAS. Information Specific To This Position The Saint Paul Animal Services Center (SPAS) is located in the heart of beautiful Como Park at 1285 Jessamine Ave. W., Saint Paul, MN, but will be moving to a new animal shelter located at 1115 Beulah Ln in Summer of 2026. Our Benefits We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time. Equity, Inclusion and Belonging The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. Position Requirements One year of experience handling animals working in an animal shelter, zoo, veterinary clinic setting, or equivalent setting. Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver\'s License or equivalent out of state driver\'s license. Must possess or obtain a basic Animal Control Officer certification within one year of hire. Must obtain and maintain authorization from the SPAC veterinarian of record to euthanize animals within twelve months of appointment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits. Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include: Health Insurance Vacation/Holidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement Program #J-18808-Ljbffr