Animal Control Officer

Join the City of O'Fallon as a Full-Time Animal Control Officer. This role offers the unique opportunity to interact with the public and provide vital services to safeguard both animals and residents. With a competitive pay of $24.74 per hour you'll be part of an amazing team. Embrace this chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of animals and the community around you! To thrive as a Full-Time Animal Control Officer with the City of O'Fallon, you will need a diverse set of skills and competencies. Proficiency in apprehending, controlling, and confining animals is essential, as is the ability to handle situations involving unlicensed, injured, or dangerous animals. Excellent communication skills are critical for responding to citizen calls and educating the public about animal control laws, policies, and procedures. Additionally, you will need to maintain case files and reports, along with performing tasks such as patrolling city parks, enforcing ordinances, and maintaining vehicles and equipment. Your commitment to animal welfare and community education will be key to your success in this role. The City of O'Fallon values its employees and their wellbeing. Our benefits package includes comprehensive insurance and wellness programs such asMedical, Dental, Vision, employer-paid Accident and Life Insurance ; an optional Health Savings Account(HSA)withemployer contributions ; Flexible Spending Accounts(FSAs) ; optionalreward wellness incentives ; onsite workout facilities ; discounted membership atRenaud Fitness/Aquatic Center ; and an Employee Assistance Program(EAP) ;.To promote work-life balance, paid leavebenefits include3 weeks of vacationfor new hires,11 holidays, 1 personal holiday , sick leave, andextended illnessfor oneself or to care for family members. Some facilities even feature designated, fully furnished Zen and lactation rooms. The City of O'Fallon participates in the MissouriLAGERS L-6 Pension Planand offer a457 (b) Retirement Plans. Committed to continued employee growth, the City also offerstuition reimbursement .The City of O'Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify