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City of Boston

Animal Control Officer

Pay: $51,711–$71,556/yr
Posted: 4 weeks ago
Location: Boston, MA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 5 days ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 10/1/2026

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An Animal Control Officer works for a police department or public safety agency and responds to calls for help with abandoned or mistreated animals. Assists with capturing wild animals found in city neighborhoods or populated areas.

$44,437 / year median in Massachusetts

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Animal Control Officer City of Boston - 4.0 Boston, MA Job Details Full-time $51,711.10 - $71,555.76 a year 2 hours ago Qualifications Complaint handling Driver's License Local ordinances
Full Job Description Overview:
This is a provisional appointment. Under the general direction of the Director of Animal Control, removes any dog or other animal that is injured, maimed, or diseased.
Responsibilities:
Enforces all Animal Control Laws as defined in Massachusetts General Laws and all City of Boston Ordinances related to Animal Control and their provisions providing for public safety and the well-being of animals. Performs quarantine inspections in places where animals are housed, sold, or used for any purpose, and inspects homes for quarantine suitability. Serves and delivers notices of quarantine. Makes and prepares complaints against owners of dogs not properly licensed and collared. Picks up stray and unlicensed dogs and other animals. Keeps records of the number of animals removed, their owners, the number of complaints, and other information required by law. Performs related work as required.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications:
At least one (1) year of animal control or related experience or certification as an Animal Control Officer is strongly preferred. One (1) year of experience in the review of citizen complaints of violations of Municipal Law is preferred. Good knowledge of rules and regulations, of laws to process complaints, interpret, and apply pertaining laws, ordinances, and rules. Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. Must have and maintain a Massachusetts driver's license.
CORI CHECK REQUIRED BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED
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Union/Salary Plan/Grade:
AFSCME/RA-14A
Hours per week: 35