SOC 33-9011
Animal Control Workers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ45/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ11,790
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$46K
$33K โ $70K
Projected Growth
๐+3.9%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค61/100
High exposure
๐ก Animal Control Workers face a risk score of 45/100 โ 1 points above the national average of 44. With 61/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $46K. The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 45/100, Animal Control Workers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like large language model automation of analysis tasks are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 11,790 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in physical apprehension and emergency response and community relationship-building and trust development to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Animal Control Workers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
AI-powered research and literature review tools
Drone-based perimeter monitoring and response
AI summarization replacing manual report compilation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Physical apprehension and emergency response
Community relationship-building and trust development
De-escalation of volatile interpersonal confrontations
Split-second judgment in life-threatening situations
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports.
Capture and remove stray, uncontrolled, or abused animals from undesirable conditions, using nets, nooses, or tranquilizer darts as necessary.
Supply animals with food, water, and personal care.
Write reports of activities, and maintain files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.
Prepare for prosecutions related to animal treatment, and give evidence in court.
๐ป Technology Skills
Data base user interface and query software
Geographic information system
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
Electronic mail software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
Law and Government
Public Safety and Security
English Language
Administrative
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education Administrators, All Other | 21 | $89K | 53% |
| Social Workers, All Other | 22 | $69K | 51% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | 23 | $59K | 69% |