The table below provides information about the number of workers in this career in various regions. It also provides information about the expected growth rate and future job openings.

Employment

Major employers:

• Animal control agencies
• Animal shelters and humane societies

Outlook

Demand for animal control workers is growing. Most animal control agencies are funded by city governments. Thus, funding for these agencies depends on how much money the government has each year. Some years animal control agencies receive more money and can hire additional workers. Other years animal control agencies receive less money and must reduce the number of hours employees work.

Job openings will occur each year as current animal control workers leave this career.

Animal Control Workers (CIS 100239)