ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

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ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Clark County Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Job Description:

ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Animal Protection Services Division of the Administrative Services Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Animal Control Officer. The Animal Protection Services Division provides continuous 24-hour, animal protection services for all unincorporated Clark County. This position provides services for live, sick, injured and dead stray animals, and enforces specified State and County codes to endure the safety and protection of the community.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to two (2) years of full-time college level course work in criminal justice, veterinary technology or a field related to the work, AND two (2) years of full-time experience in animal care and/or control work.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions: Willingness to handle injured, ill and dead animals in potentially hazardous situations. Wear a uniform as specified. Work extended or off-hours shifts or be called back in emergency situations.

Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES



PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Strength and mobility to work in a typical field patrol setting, including driving a motor vehicle; stamina to perform sustained physical labor, including standing, walking, climbing and working in confined or awkward spaces; strength to lift and maneuver animals weighing up to 150 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.

Closing Date/Time: 8/12/2025 5:01 PM Pacific

Salary:

$30.38 - $44.84 Hourly
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