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Animal Control Officer

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City of Clinton, MS

Clinton, MS (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

Job Description 9.0 1.
Job Description:
An Animal Control Officer (ACO) enforces state and local laws regarding animal care, control, and safety, acting as a liaison between public safety and animal welfare. They patrol communities to handle stray, injured, or dangerous animals, investigate cruelty/neglect, issue citations, and manage kennel operations, often working on-call for emergencies. 2.
Essential Functions:
  • Speak, Write, and Read Reports & Comprehend Other Documents; Section 2
  • Handle Human Relations Problems; Section 3
  • Engage in Physical Activities; Section 4
  • Operate City Issued Animal Control Vehicle; An applicant for the position of Animal Control Officer for the Clinton Police Department that cannot perform these essential tasks is not acceptable.
A current employee in the position of Animal Control Officer who is no longer able to comply with the requirement will be referred to administration for appropriate action. 3.
General Duties:
Provide animal control officer services to those within the jurisdictional limits of the agency; Protect the constitutional rights of all persons encountered or arrested; Formally advise all suspects of their rights as assured by U.S. Constitution, and upon request provide those rights accordingly; Provide equal protection for all; Enforce the animal control laws of the state and other applicable ordinances; Protect persons and property that may come under your charge or custody; Be on duty in the prescribed uniform, and be mentally, emotionally and physically prepared to perform all required duties; Maintain a clean and professional appearance while on duty; Complete, and turn in before the end of each tour of duty, all reports and necessary paperwork; Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with co
  • workers, supervisors, other agencies, and the public; Attend and complete all required training and demonstrations of proficiency;
Job Description:
Animal Control Officer Rank:
Civilian Effective Date:
April 1, 2026
Number of Pages:
Page 1 of 1
FSLA:
Non-Exempt MSLEAC Civilian

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