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Animal Control Workers
Job Information
Handle animals for the purpose of investigations of mistreatment, or control of abandoned, dangerous, or unattended animals.
Information
- Animal lovers get satisfaction in this occupation, but the work can be unpleasant, physically and emotionally demanding, and sometimes dangerous.
- Most workers are trained on the job, but employers generally prefer to hire people who have experience with animals; some jobs require formal education.
- Most positions will present excellent employment opportunities; however, keen competition is expected for jobs as zookeepers and marine mammal trainers.
- Earnings are relatively low.
Statistics
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Personality | I'm hands on |
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Salary | $32,460/yr ($16.23/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Below Average |
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Education | Some college, no degree |