Find & Apply For Animal Control Officer Jobs in Cisco, Texas

The City of Cisco has an opening for a full time Animal Control Officer (ACO). The general duties of the ACO is to patrol the city in search of loose animals, and monitoring the overall health and welfare of domestic animals within the city by enforcing animal related ordinances and title10 of the Texas health and safety code. The ACO will also run the city's animal shelter which involves the housing and maintenance of domestic animals that are in custody, and the overall maintenance of the shelter it's self. The ACO is responsible for catching loose animals, receiving surrendered animals and quarantining animals that fall under the ordinance governing rabies. The typical hours for the ACO are M-F, 8a-5p. However, once a month, the ACO will work a weekend day to be able to catch animal owners at home for follow-ups and general patrol. The ACO will also be required to respond to the animal shelter once a day on weekends, only when there is an animal in custody, for maintenance of those animal(s). There is an element of danger with this position as there are possibilities of getting bitten by any domestic or wild animal that becomes an issue. The ACO will have a city owned ACO vehicle to drive and maintain for this position. The ACO may have this vehicle as a take home vehicle if they live reasonably close to Cisco. The hourly pay for this position is $16.00 per hour @2080 hours per year, making the annual salary $33,280. OT and comp time are available within budget allowances. The ACO will gain certifications within the scope of this job, which will increase the salary of the ACO upon completion. All ACO uniforms and required equipment will be provided by the city. The ACO will also be covered under the City's insurance allowing for the ACO to have medical, dental and vision insurance, all paid by the city. Insurance is available to family members, with that being an out-of-pocket expense to the ACO. The ACO will also contribute to a retirement plan, administered by the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). Applicants must be physically able to perform the job of an ACO. Applications may be obtained from city hall and/or the police department admin assistant. This position is open until filled.

Contact Info:

Bayli Edgar, Admin Assistant. 254-442-1770 or BAYLI@CISCOTEXAS.

GOV Qualifications:

Must pass a background check and drug screening. Must not be a convicted felon and not have been convicted of any family violence offenses, anywhere. Must have and maintain a valid driver license, a good driving record, and have no outstanding class C citations, anywhere. Must be able to physically do the job of an ACO. Must be able to read, write and speak the English language. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be available for after-hours call out on any day, including weekends and holidays. Must be able to write a report and issue citations for related city ordinance violations. Must be able to attend required classroom and on-line training for this position, including attaining certain certifications. Must be able to deal with unruly or unkept animals. Must be able to deal with insect infestations, disease, feces and urine that often accompany domestic and wild animals. Must be able to gain and maintain firearms proficiency. Must be able to complete a basic ACO school required by the Texas Department of Health (TDH). Must be able to talk to people to be able to gain voluntary compliance where possible. Must be able to become Taser, Baton and Pepper Stray certified after employment starts. Must be able to stay within a prescribed budget assigned to the ACO program through the city.