Animal Control

• Enforce applicable animal control laws, codes, and ordinances.
• Respond to reports of suspected animal abuse, animal bites, stray or nuisance animals, wild or dangerous animals, and injured or deceased animals.
• Assess situations, determine appropriate action, safely manage animal capture scenes, and mediate disputes.
• Operate, clean, and maintain animal control vehicles, catchpoles, traps, nets, and related equipment.
• Prepare accurate reports, correspondence, forms, depositions, and other documentation; maintain departmental records.
• Provide information and assistance to residents by telephone and in person, and coordinate with law enforcement, public health, medical, and veterinary professionals.
• Maintain availability by radio or telephone and respond to emergency requests as required.
• Maintain regular, predictable attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Alabama driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification through the National Animal Control Association.

• Merit step increases and cost-of-living adjustments, as approved by the City Council
• BCBS medical insurance, with the City paying 90% of the premium
• City contribution toward retiree insurance of up to 75%, based on years of service
• Tier 1 retirement benefits for Tier 2 employees through RSA
• Out-of-zone waiver for dependents attending Alabaster City Schools
• City-paid life and AD&D insurance, City-paid vision insurance  
• 13 paid holidays each year, plus vacation and sick leave

Salary : $22 - $31