Animal Control Officer
Anchorage, AK • Posted 2026-07-22
Position Description
Denali Universal Services is seeking motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Animal Control Officers (ACO) . In this role, you will help protect public safety, enforce animal control laws, and ensure the humane treatment of animals throughout the community. This is a hands-on, field-based position that combines enforcement, animal care, and public interaction. Schedule : Full-time 40-Hours/Week Patrol assigned areas to enforce animal licensing laws and humane care regulations Capture and safely impound stray or dangerous animals Investigate animal cruelty and ordinance violations
Key Requirements & Qualifications
- Three (3) months of experience in code enforcement, law enforcement, or security
- OR one (1) year of experience in dispatch, customer service, or animal-related work (e.g., veterinary or shelter)
- Formal education in a related field may substitute for up to three (3) months of experience
- Experience (or willingness to learn) animal handling and care
- Valid Alaska driver’s license with a clean driving record
Overview & Salary
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