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Animal Control Workers

Handle animals for the purpose of investigations of mistreatment, or control of abandoned, dangerous, or unattended animals.

Tasks
15 tasks14 core, 1 supplemental
Family
Protective ServiceOne of its 28 occupations
Code
33-9011.00SOC 2018: 33-9011

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14 core tasks and 1 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports.Core taskTask 7958Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  2. Task 2. Capture and remove stray, uncontrolled, or abused animals from undesirable conditions, using nets, nooses, or tranquilizer darts as necessary.Core taskTask 7959Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  3. Task 3. Supply animals with food, water, and personal care.Core taskTask 7963Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  4. Task 4. Write reports of activities, and maintain files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.Core taskTask 7968Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  5. Task 5. Prepare for prosecutions related to animal treatment, and give evidence in court.Core taskTask 7965Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  6. Task 6. Examine animals for injuries or malnutrition, and arrange for any necessary medical treatment.Core taskTask 7960Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2018
  7. Task 7. Contact animal owners to inform them that their pets are at animal holding facilities.Core taskTask 7967Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  8. Task 8. Educate the public about animal welfare, and animal control laws and regulations.Core taskTask 7966Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  9. Task 9. Clean facilities and equipment such as dog pens and animal control trucks.Core taskTask 7964Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  10. Task 10. Remove captured animals from animal-control service vehicles and place animals in shelter cages or other enclosures.Core taskTask 7961Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  11. Task 11. Issue warnings or citations in connection with animal-related offenses, or contact police to report violations and request arrests.Core taskTask 7969Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  12. Task 12. Examine animal licenses, and inspect establishments housing animals for compliance with laws.Core taskTask 7971Rated by 52 people who do the job, August 2018
  13. Task 13. Euthanize rabid, unclaimed, or severely injured animals.Core taskTask 7962Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  14. Task 14. Answer inquiries from the public concerning animal control operations.Core taskTask 7970Rated by 53 people who do the job, August 2018
  15. Task 15. Organize the adoption of unclaimed animals.Supplemental taskTask 7972Rated by 50 people who do the job, August 2018

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    O*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 33-9011
  3. License
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  4. Changed by us
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