Description
The City is looking for a strong communicator who can handle difficult situations with diplomacy to fill the position of Animal Control Officer. Reporting directly to the Bylaw Operations Manager the Animal Control Officer’s main responsibilities will be to patrol designated areas of Surrey, conduct investigative and regulatory work, and enforce municipal bylaws and licensing regulations related to animals.
Requirements
The Animal Control Officer will:
- receive calls from the public in regards to animal related issues and follow up with affected parties
- investigate complaints regarding animal related bylaw violations, including biting or barking dogs and animal cruelty complaints
- catch and transport stray animals
- enforce animal control bylaws and licensing regulations
- issue warning notices, notices of offence, orders to comply, court orders and request warrants
- perform related clerical work
- perform other duties as required
The successful candidate will have completed Grade 12 supplemented by courses related to animal care and 2 years’ experience dealing with enforcement or investigation. Or, will have an equivalent combination of related experience and education. A valid BC driver’s license with a safe driving record is also required.
Applicants should have knowledge of the care and handling of animals, animal related bylaws and licensing regulations along with knowledge of street addresses and geography of the City.
Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check/Vulnerable
Salary & Benefits
hourly salary and percent in lieu of benefits
Contact
City of Surrey
14245 56th Avenue
Surrey, British Columbia
Canada V3X 3A2
14245 56th Avenue
Surrey, British Columbia
Canada V3X 3A2
Other relevant information
please apply online to www.surreycareers.ca
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28 Jul, 2025
