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City of Boston

Compassionate Field Animal Control Officer

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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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 Summary The City of Boston seeks a dedicated Animal Control Officer for a provisional appointment. Under the Director of Animal Control, you will remove injured or diseased animals and enforce local and state laws to protect public safety and animal welfare.

Responsibilities include enforcing ordinances, conducting quarantine inspections, handling complaints, and maintaining records. CORI check is required, and Boston residency is mandatory. 35 hours per week under
AFSCME RA-14A
terms.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description The City of Boston seeks a dedicated Animal Control Officer for a provisional appointment. Under the Director of Animal Control, you will remove injured or diseased animals and enforce local and state laws to protect public safety and animal welfare.

Responsibilities include enforcing ordinances, conducting quarantine inspections, handling complaints, and maintaining records. CORI check is required, and Boston residency is mandatory. 35 hours per week under
AFSCME RA-14A
terms.#J-18808-Ljbffr