Animal Control Workers
SOC Code: 33-9011 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Handle animals for the purpose of investigations of mistreatment, or control of abandoned, dangerous, or unattended animals.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Animal Control Workers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $57,138 | $65,957 | $74,776 | $83,595 |
| Syracuse, NY | $38,334 | $53,310 | $68,266 | $83,242 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $56,846 | $65,042 | $73,216 | $81,411 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $52,624 | $62,046 | $71,448 | $80,870 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $51,293 | $61,131 | $70,949 | $80,787 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $51,605 | $61,194 | $70,782 | $80,371 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $58,989 | $65,874 | $72,779 | $79,664 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $55,682 | $63,669 | $71,656 | $79,643 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $44,595 | $56,222 | $67,870 | $79,498 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $50,253 | $59,758 | $69,264 | $78,770 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.8 | |
| Speaking | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.5 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Public Safety and Security | 4.5 |
| Law and Government | 4.5 |
| English Language | 4.2 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.2 |
| Administrative | 3.6 |
| Education and Training | 3.3 |
| Biology | 3.1 |
| Communications and Media | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 65.4% |
| Some college | 19.2% |
| Associate's degree | 11.5% |
| Bachelor's degree | 3.9% |
Typical Tasks
- Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports.
- Capture and remove stray, uncontrolled, or abused animals from undesirable conditions, using nets, nooses, or tranquilizer darts as necessary.
- Examine animals for injuries or malnutrition, and arrange for any necessary medical treatment.
- Remove captured animals from animal-control service vehicles and place animals in shelter cages or other enclosures.
- Euthanize rabid, unclaimed, or severely injured animals.
- Supply animals with food, water, and personal care.
- Clean facilities and equipment such as dog pens and animal control trucks.
- Prepare for prosecutions related to animal treatment, and give evidence in court.
Technology Skills
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