Provo City
Animal Control Supervisor
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Job Description
- Req#: REQ-4095
Patrol assigned areas to protect public safety and animal welfare.
Respond to and investigate citizen complaints involving animals, including animal control violations, cruelty cases, animal bites, and suspected rabies.
Enforce animal control laws by issuing warnings, citations, summons, licenses, and filing court cases; prepare reports and testify in court as required.
Capture, impound, transport, or dispose of stray, vicious, injured, sick, dead, rabid, or problematic animals and wildlife, including livestock when necessary.
Utilize animal control tools and equipment, including chemical immobilization and euthanasia agents including handling lethal, controlled, and hazardous substances in accordance with regulations.
Coordinate operations with the assigned animal shelter and inspect regulated facilities such as pet stores as required.
Supervise and coordinate assigned staff, including scheduling, training, performance evaluation, and personnel actions such as discipline, rewards, hiring, and termination, to ensure efficient and accurate operations.
Prepare, maintain, and review reports, records, documentation, and case files.
Manage unit resources, including handling funds, ordering supplies, maintaining vehicles and equipment, and submitting budget, equipment, and supply requests.
Conduct and support community education and outreach programs and perform other related duties as required.
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
One (1) year of experience as an Officer at Provo City or a similar facility/environment OR 2 years of experience in the care and handling of animals.
A valid, lawful Driver License.
Must obtain VACOA Tranquilizer Gun Certificate, UACOA Euthanasia Certificate, and Wildlife Handling Certificate during first year of employment.
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Job Posting Closing Date:
02/16 Provo City is hiring a full-time Animal Control Supervisor to work in the enforcement of animal control codes and statutes. This position has a strict emphasis in animal code enforcement and has responsibility for supervising the Animal Control Officers in the department. Qualified, civic-minded individuals are encouraged to apply.Job Details
What is the compensation package?
Pay Range: (G30) $30.95 - $42.67 per hour (depending on experience)
Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena, a Provo Library card, 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course, and others. For more information about benefits click here.
What are the main duties? (For the full classification specification, click here.)
What are the minimum requirements?
Provo City will honor equivalent combinations of education and experience.
What is the selection process?
Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on February 17, 2026 . Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.
If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.
Why Provo City?
Provo is a strong, community-centered city with thriving neighborhoods, dedicated residents, and a deep tradition of service and innovation. We build on these strengths by making city government more transparent and efficient, expanding diverse and affordable housing, revitalizing local business districts, and investing in smarter infrastructure and transportation. By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly, we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant, connected and welcoming for families, students, seniors, and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit provo.gov to learn more!
Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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