Animal Control Officer - Sioux Falls, SD

Do you enjoy a dynamic, team-driven, and fulfilling, work environment? One where you would uphold public and pet safety in your community?

If so, the role of SFPD Animal Control Officer may be the perfect fit for you!!

STARTING WAGE: $24.67 hourly

Why SFPD Animal Control?

1. Robust Health and Wellness Benefits -You will have access to our therapy dog "Leo", employee assistance program, peer support team, and an on-site fitness center. At the SFPD, we care about you!!
2. Family-Oriented Work Environment - In the Animal Control section, you will serve as part of the team comprised of 8 Officers, our Lead Officer [Thomas], and our Supervisor [Patty], who offer stability, support, and consistency in this section.
3. Paid Training Experience –The Animal Control team authorizes three months of on-the-job training to prepare you for the position. They will also facilitate your completion of NACA ACO I & II certifications, at no expense to you!!
4. Work/Life Balance – Annual shift bid process that offers set week dates and hours for each calendar year to offer you consistency in your scheduling, in addition to generous vacation time, sick leave, and personal days.

[There may be additional obligations during peak volumes, emergencies, and on-call weeks]

No state income tax (in South Dakota)

As of 9/8, our plan is to have applicant review done by Friday, September 18th, 2026. Thereafter, invites to the interview phase and declines will be sent.

Interview slots will be first-come/first-serve, and will be available for Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026 and Thursday, September 24th, 2026.