What are the responsibilities and job description for the ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER position at City of Burbank, CA?
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 11/10/25 - Written examination
Week of 11/17/25 - PAT and Breed test
Week of 12/01/25 - Oral interview
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Under direction, to respond to calls regarding animals; to assist in the performance of a variety of duties in the animal shelter; and to do related work as required.
Essential Functions
Drives vehicles in patrolling the streets and picking up stray and unregistered animals; investigates complaints involving animals; picks up animals reported as sick or dead; removes animals from under buildings, on roofs, and in trees; receives animals at the animal shelter; processes animal registrations, adoptions and returns; locates animals reported to have bitten humans; cleans kennels and vehicles; feeds and cares for animals; impounds animals in violation of ordinances; keeps records on animals picked up and related work activities; disposes of unclaimed animals; issues citations for failure to comply with applicable laws; appears in court; prepares reports.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of the various species of animals and their care; City and State laws governing animal control.
Ability to perform the required duties in adequate physical condition; prepare reports; feed and care for animals; detect principal animal sicknesses and diseases; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
License & Certificates: A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent at time of appointment.
Supplemental Information
None.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.