Animal Control Officer

Join Missoula County in making a meaningful impact, where your work supports our vibrant community, promotes public service, and contributes to a better future for all.   Job Description: RATE OF PAY: $24.74 per hour JOB TYPE - Regular, Full-time DEPARTMENT: Health, Animal Control Division BARGAINING UNIT: MPEA - Local 8512 We will take our first look at the applicant pool on September 4, 2026. We will continue to accept applications until we receive an adequate applicant pool or the position is filled. TO APPLY: Please complete the online application with your education and work history. Please attach to your application: A letter of interest that includes your motivation to work for Animal Services, and a resume. Incomplete application may be disqualified. DEFINITION :   Enforces the city and county animal control and garbage ordinances for the Missoula City-County Health Department to ensure the health and safety of domestic animals and the community. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES : Responds to calls for assistance regarding animal control issues from the public and law enforcement agencies. Captures and removes stray, uncontrolled or abused animals. Drives animal control service vehicles to transport animals to and from the shelter, and veterinarian offices. Responds to and investigates violations of animal control and garbage ordinances and issues warnings or citations. Patrols designated areas in vehicle, on foot and on bicycle. Issues temporary licenses. Investigates reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviews witnesses, collects evidence, writes reports; makes court appearances to serve as a witness as required. Investigates animal bites; captures rabid animals. Follows protocol for rabies quarantines. Examines animals for injuries, malnutrition or disease. Administers first aid and arranges for any necessary medical treatment. Educates the public regarding complying with ordinances. Prepares and delivers public education presentations on animal control topics. Authorizes euthanasia of animals for humane or public safety reasons. Communicates with owner of animal. Transports animals for euthanasia and disposes of dead animals. Assists shelter attendants with dispatching, animal care and feeding, impounding, releasing, kennel cleaning and maintenance, euthanasia, adopting, licensing, medicating and immunizing animals. Maintains activity logs and other records. Maintains Animal Control vehicle and equipment. Participates in quality improvement projects and strategic work plans. Works within the incident command structure during emergencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : High school diploma or GED required. Requires one year of experience that may include time working with: animal control; animal care, handling or treatment; animal research; or law enforcement. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status and communicable disease testing for required vaccines upon hire and will be…