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City of Austin
Animal Protection Investigator Public Safety & Rabies
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What they do
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.
$44,564 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary The City of Austin's Animal Services division is seeking an Animal Protection Investigator to support rabies control, dangerous or vicious animal investigations, and related legal proceedings. You will handle quarantines, prepare reports, and testify in court when required.
You will also dispatch field calls, educate the public on responsible animal ownership, and maintain required certifications while collaborating with other city departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description The City of Austin's Animal Services division is seeking an Animal Protection Investigator to support rabies control, dangerous or vicious animal investigations, and related legal proceedings. You will handle quarantines, prepare reports, and testify in court when required.
You will also dispatch field calls, educate the public on responsible animal ownership, and maintain required certifications while collaborating with other city departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr
You will also dispatch field calls, educate the public on responsible animal ownership, and maintain required certifications while collaborating with other city departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description The City of Austin's Animal Services division is seeking an Animal Protection Investigator to support rabies control, dangerous or vicious animal investigations, and related legal proceedings. You will handle quarantines, prepare reports, and testify in court when required.
You will also dispatch field calls, educate the public on responsible animal ownership, and maintain required certifications while collaborating with other city departments.#J-18808-Ljbffr