Parks & Animal Control Coordinator
The Parks & Animal Control Coordinator is a dual-role position responsible for maintaining and enhancing City parks, facilities, and open spaces while also enforcing animal control ordinances and promoting public safety. This position supports community quality of life through park maintenance, animal welfare services, and public engagement.
Supervision Exercised
Supervises part-time and seasonal staff as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Parks Maintenance & Operations
Supervises and performs maintenance of all City parks, open spaces, and recreation facilities
Maintains parks to a professional standard including mowing, weed control, irrigation, and general upkeep
Operates and maintains equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and other tools
Maintains records for equipment, vehicles, and maintenance activities
Orders supplies and materials needed for park operations
Ensures safety of assigned staff and park users
Animal Control & Public Safety
Patrols city streets for animals running at large
Responds to citizen complaints and service requests regarding animals
Enforces City animal control ordinances and issues citations as necessary
Impounds stray, abandoned, or dangerous animals and coordinates transfer to appropriate facilities
Provides care, feeding, and cleaning of animals and pound facilities
Maintains accurate records and reports related to animal control activities
Educates the public on animal welfare, licensing, and responsible ownership
General Duties
Performs data entry and maintains computerized records
Assists with special projects and seasonal operations
Responds to emergencies as required
Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Valid Montana Driver’s License
High school diploma or GED
Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload
Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills
Knowledge of or ability to learn:
Park maintenance practices and irrigation systems
Animal handling and control techniques
Operation of equipment including trucks, mowers, hand and power tools, traps, and radios
Commitment to animal welfare and community service
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in parks maintenance, animal control, or related field
CPR and AED certification
Mechanical aptitude or equipment maintenance experience
Prior supervisory experience
Veterans preference may apply (DD214 may be required).
Physical Demands
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and use of tools and equipment
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Exposure to animals and potentially hazardous situations
Work Environment & Expectations
Combination of outdoor fieldwork and facility-based duties
Interaction with the public, including potentially sensitive or enforcement-related situations
Availability to respond to emergency situations as needed
Additional Information
The duties listed are representative and not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve based on City needs. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of application review, interview, and reference checks. The City of Dillon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply, complete a City of Dillon application and return it to the Director of Operations at City Hall, 125 N Idaho, Dillon, MT 59725 or email it to operations@dillonmt.org