What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Services Officer position at Little Rock Zoo?
Salary
$21.48 Hourly
Location
Little Rock, AR
Job Type
Full Time- Regular Position
Job Number
PR-2025-04
Department
Housing and Neighborhood Programs Department
Division
Animal Services
Opening Date
04/28/2025
Closing Date
5/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME
Supervisory Responsibility?
No
On-Line Applications Only?
Yes
Department
HN
Grade
305
Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation
This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
JOB OBJECTIVE: Are you passionate about protecting animals and upholding the law? Step into a dynamic role where every day brings something new. As an Animal Services Officer, you’ll be the face of compassion and accountability—investigating reports of animal law violations, enforcing critical ordinances, and taking action to ensure the safety and well-being of both animals and the community. From issuing citations and warnings to handling real-world cases, this is your chance to make a real impact.
Essential Functions
Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements And Supervisory Responsibilities
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of high school; one (1) year of experience in the care of domestic animals. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Additional Requirements
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
Application Requirements
Non-Uniformed Union Eligible Full-Time Employees
Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) - The City pays a portion of the total cost of employee only health insurance. Coverage for an employee's dependents is available at the employee's option; the City pays part of the cost of this additional coverage.
Life Insurance - The City pays the total cost of employee life insurance. Amount of coverage is one to three times salary, based on job classification.
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) – The City pays the total cost for employee AD&D. Amount of coverage is one times salary.
Long-Term Disability – The City pays the total cost of long-term disability insurance. Amount of coverage is 60% of salary.
Retirement – Our 401a pension plan requires contributions by both the City and the employee.
Vacation
Regular, full-time employees shall earn vacation Leave at the following rate:
Days Per Year
Up to 3 yrs. of service10
3 yrs. to 10 years of service15
10 yrs. to 20 yrs. of service18
20 yrs. of service and over22
Vacation may be accumulated; however, a maximum of thirty (30) days may be carried over to the next year.
Discretionary Days
Regular, Full-time Employees Receive Three (3) Discretionary Leave Days Each Calendar Year. Discretionary Days For New Employees Are Prorated As Follows
Days
If hired January 1 through March 303
If hired April 1 through June 302
If hired July 1 through September 301
If hired October 1 through December 310
Discretionary days will not be carried over to the next calendar year.
Sick Leave
Regular, full-time employees earn sick Leave from the first day of employment at the rate of twelve (12) days per year with a maximum accrual of 125 days.
Sick Leave may be used for personal illness or injury, medical, dental, and optical examinations, and pregnancy or any related disabilities.
Sick Leave may be used for members of the employee's immediate family (spouse and children). Procedures vary by employee group. Employees in non-union-eligible classifications should consult the Administrative Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual to obtain information about family sick Leave. Employees in union-eligible classifications should consult the AFSCME Statement of Agreement and/or their union stewards.
Funeral Leave
Regular, full-time, non-probationary employees shall receive up to three (3) days [four (4) for out-of-state funerals] with pay to handle necessary funeral arrangements or related business for a death in their immediate family. Immediate family shall be defined as mother, father, brother, sister, son, daughter, grandparents, grandchildren, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, spouse, or spouse's immediate family.
Longevity Pay
Longevity pay will be paid at the rate of $3 for each year of service up to and including the fifth (5th) year and $6 per month for each year of service beginning at six (6) years and for each year of service thereafter.
Click here for other leaves and observed holidays. (Download PDF reader)
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
Do you have 1 year of experience caring domestic animals?
If yes, please explain this experience. [Please ensure this information is included in your work history.] If not applicable, please enter N/A.
04
Are you willing and capable of obtaining the Arkansas Certification of Training for Animal Euthanasia within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification for duration of employment?
Are you available to work outside your normal working hours to include nights, holidays, and weekends as required?
Do you possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License? [Must maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.]
How did you find out about this particular position?
Employer City of Little Rock
Department Housing and Neighborhood Programs Department Address 500 West Markham Suite 120
Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201
$21.48 Hourly
Location
Little Rock, AR
Job Type
Full Time- Regular Position
Job Number
PR-2025-04
Department
Housing and Neighborhood Programs Department
Division
Animal Services
Opening Date
04/28/2025
Closing Date
5/7/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME
Supervisory Responsibility?
No
On-Line Applications Only?
Yes
Department
HN
Grade
305
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation
This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
JOB OBJECTIVE: Are you passionate about protecting animals and upholding the law? Step into a dynamic role where every day brings something new. As an Animal Services Officer, you’ll be the face of compassion and accountability—investigating reports of animal law violations, enforcing critical ordinances, and taking action to ensure the safety and well-being of both animals and the community. From issuing citations and warnings to handling real-world cases, this is your chance to make a real impact.
Essential Functions
- Investigates alleged violations of animal laws and ordinances; interviews suspected violators and witnesses and gathers appropriate physical evidence; obtains and serves seizure warrants.
- Issues citations and warnings to violators; testifies in court.
- Examines incoming animals and monitors impounded animals for symptoms of disease and injury and notifies supervisor of those not in healthy condition; administers medications for treatment of sick animals.
- Feeds and waters animals according to schedule; cleans kennels and cages using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment.
- Captures and restrains animals by using ropes, snares, and tranquilizer dart guns; transports captured animals to the Animal Services Center.
- Collects monies for fees and fines; issues receipts and completes necessary forms.
- Answers questions and provides information to the general public regarding animal laws, ordinances, and procedures.
- Maintains files of each investigation; maintains record cards for each animal impounded; prepares daily reports.
- Tranquilizes and euthanizes animals by injection; maintains accurate euthanasia records.
- Provides assistance to the Veterinarian with the daily clinic routine to include cleaning, vaccinations, and surgery preparation as needed.
- Disposes of animal remains by incineration; cleans incinerator and freezer.
- Processes intake paperwork for public impounds, owner relinquishments and adoptions; collects monies for fees, issues receipts and completes necessary forms; receives and dispatches public complaints.
- Performs surgical animal decapitations and prepares specimens for shipment to the State Health Department.
- Operates a light duty truck to patrol assigned areas in the performance of essential job functions.
Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements And Supervisory Responsibilities
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of high school; one (1) year of experience in the care of domestic animals. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Additional Requirements
- Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
- Must possess Arkansas Certification of Training for Animal Euthanasia within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification for duration of employment.
- Must be available to work nights, holidays and weekends as required.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
Application Requirements
- Online applications only
- Applicant’s answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.
- Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
- List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.
- All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account.
- You may check yourNeoGov inboxto review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.
- Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account or contacting Human Resources at (501) 371-4590 if they are having computer difficulties.
Non-Uniformed Union Eligible Full-Time Employees
Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) - The City pays a portion of the total cost of employee only health insurance. Coverage for an employee's dependents is available at the employee's option; the City pays part of the cost of this additional coverage.
Life Insurance - The City pays the total cost of employee life insurance. Amount of coverage is one to three times salary, based on job classification.
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) – The City pays the total cost for employee AD&D. Amount of coverage is one times salary.
Long-Term Disability – The City pays the total cost of long-term disability insurance. Amount of coverage is 60% of salary.
Retirement – Our 401a pension plan requires contributions by both the City and the employee.
Vacation
Regular, full-time employees shall earn vacation Leave at the following rate:
Days Per Year
Up to 3 yrs. of service10
3 yrs. to 10 years of service15
10 yrs. to 20 yrs. of service18
20 yrs. of service and over22
Vacation may be accumulated; however, a maximum of thirty (30) days may be carried over to the next year.
Discretionary Days
Regular, Full-time Employees Receive Three (3) Discretionary Leave Days Each Calendar Year. Discretionary Days For New Employees Are Prorated As Follows
Days
If hired January 1 through March 303
If hired April 1 through June 302
If hired July 1 through September 301
If hired October 1 through December 310
Discretionary days will not be carried over to the next calendar year.
Sick Leave
Regular, full-time employees earn sick Leave from the first day of employment at the rate of twelve (12) days per year with a maximum accrual of 125 days.
Sick Leave may be used for personal illness or injury, medical, dental, and optical examinations, and pregnancy or any related disabilities.
Sick Leave may be used for members of the employee's immediate family (spouse and children). Procedures vary by employee group. Employees in non-union-eligible classifications should consult the Administrative Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual to obtain information about family sick Leave. Employees in union-eligible classifications should consult the AFSCME Statement of Agreement and/or their union stewards.
Funeral Leave
Regular, full-time, non-probationary employees shall receive up to three (3) days [four (4) for out-of-state funerals] with pay to handle necessary funeral arrangements or related business for a death in their immediate family. Immediate family shall be defined as mother, father, brother, sister, son, daughter, grandparents, grandchildren, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, spouse, or spouse's immediate family.
Longevity Pay
Longevity pay will be paid at the rate of $3 for each year of service up to and including the fifth (5th) year and $6 per month for each year of service beginning at six (6) years and for each year of service thereafter.
Click here for other leaves and observed holidays. (Download PDF reader)
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
Do you have 1 year of experience caring domestic animals?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please explain this experience. [Please ensure this information is included in your work history.] If not applicable, please enter N/A.
04
Are you willing and capable of obtaining the Arkansas Certification of Training for Animal Euthanasia within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification for duration of employment?
- Yes
- No
Are you available to work outside your normal working hours to include nights, holidays, and weekends as required?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License? [Must maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.]
- Yes
- No
How did you find out about this particular position?
- LRJobs.LittleRock.gov
- Facebook/Social Media
- Arkansas Business
- KARK4/FOX16 Social Media Live
- Newspaper (Arkansas Democrat Gazette or El Latino)
- City Employee
- Friend or relative who does not work for the City
- Internet Search Engine (Google, Yahoo, Bing)
- Career Builder/Indeed
- Government Jobs
- Indeed
- College/University Career Page
- Career Fair
- Virtual Job Fair
- Career Counselor (Military or Goodwill, Workforce)
- Re-entry Program (Community Programs)
- Department of Workforce Services
- Professional Association
- Other
Employer City of Little Rock
Department Housing and Neighborhood Programs Department Address 500 West Markham Suite 120
Little Rock, Arkansas, 72201
Salary : $3 - $6
