Overview
The Department of Community Services is seeking full-time Animal Control Officers at our Animal Services work unit located in Troutdale, Oregon. The successful candidates will be required to perform animal control law enforcement work enforcing city, county and state animal related ordinances and statues. Officers will investigate damage caused by animals, and respond humanely to animal emergencies. This work frequently involves dealing with emotionally upset or hostile animal owners or complainants. Successful candidates will also be required to handle and capture domestic and wild animals and work in all types of weather.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform physical maneuvers necessary in controlling animals, which may include lifting and carrying animals at least 60 pounds. Extensive walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities is also required.
Multnomah County is actively recruiting persons from diverse backgrounds to enhance service delivery to our diverse community. Our commitment to exceptional customer service relies upon a team-oriented workplace and a continuous quality improvement environment.
To Qualify
Experience: One year of experience working with animal control, care, or husbandry, particularly dogs and cats. Additional experience and public contact, preferably high stress public contact, is desirable.
Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Two years’ of college education is highly desirable.
Other: License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to, obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license. All candidates must have the ability to meet the requirements for obtaining and maintaining a limited commission as a Special Deputy Sheriff for Multnomah County.
All successful candidates will be subject to a detailed background check due to the sensitive nature of investigations and due to the possible use of controlled drugs in relation to chemical capture or euthanasia.
Screening and Evaluation
Type: Union Classification
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Additional Information
Laws and ordinances pertaining to dog control, animals, livestock, search, seizure, and arrest.
Animal identification and behavior and animal collection procedures.
Handle animals, livestock, and exotic breeds in emergency situations.
Meet and deal with the public under stressful situations while remaining to represent the agency in a professional manner.
Compose nuisance reports of sufficient clarity to be admitted as evidence.
Work independently and as a team member.
Work with members of other jurisdictions or agencies possibly entering a scene of crime or providing information.
Write legibly and clearly and complete large quantities of paperwork quickly and accurately.
Perform physical maneuvers necessary in controlling animals; lift and carry at least 60 pounds.
Run and work outdoors in inclement weather.
Drive a manual transmission (stick shift) vehicle.
Required to work a variety of shifts and hours.
Benefits Help You Manage Now -- And Plan Ahead
We offer a comprehensive array of benefits in support of your physical, emotional and financial well-being. Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs. Benefits vary depending on position and full-time or part-time status.Health insurance (medical, vision, Rx and dental):
- We cover most of the cost of health care premiums for our full-time employees; part-time employees have a larger share of the cost
- Select from several plan options offering flexibility when choosing a doctor, dentist or hospital
- Most plans include alternative care, complementary care, vision and hearing
Retiree coverage:
Continued health insurance for eligible employees upon retirement
Paid Leave
- Vacation: Typically new employees receive 12 vacation days a year; amount varies based on position and increases with years of service
- Holidays: A generous number of holidays per year; varies by position
- Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year (for full-time) with no maximum accrual
- Paid parental leave: Eligible employees receive six weeks of paid parental leave
- Other leaves: Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave
Retirement pension:
- Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting
- We pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages)
- See the PERS website for more information: www.pers.state.or.us
Deferred compensation:
- Employees may participate in a 457(b) deferred compensation plan, similar to a 401(k), through convenient payroll deductions
- Both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) plan options are available
Life insurance:
- We provide life insurance at no cost to employees
- Employee may purchase additional insurance at discounted group rates
Disability and long-term care insurance:
- Employees are automatically enrolled in a county-paid long-term disability program
- We offer short-term disability coverage
- Employees in many positions can purchase long-term care insurance at discounted group rates
Flexible spending accounts:
- Option to set aside pre-tax money to cover eligible health and dependent child care expenses.
Flexible work schedules:
Depending on assignment, we offer a variety of flexible work schedules to meet employee needs.
Bus Pass Program
All regular employees have access to free public transportation throughout the Portland metropolitan area, including TriMet, MAX, Portland Streetcar and C-TRAN local routes.
Wellness Program
We offer a comprehensive wellness program to support, connect, and encourage employees who are actively developing the personal habits necessary to thrive. Some highlights:
- Health club discounts and on-site fitness centers
- Option to receive individualized health coaching and assessment tools through health providers
- Encouragement and resources to help you make healthy lifestyle choices
- Employee-led wellness campaigns and challenges to continuously improve our culture of healthy behaviors
Disclaimer:
This is a general description of the benefits offered through employment with Multnomah County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. In the event of any incorrect information, applicable laws, rules, collective bargaining agreements or official plan documents will prevail.
For More Information
Multnomah County Benefits Office
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Why do you want to become an Animal Control Officer?
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Please describe your work experience and education in working with animals.
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Describe your experience and training in working with the public.
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Please describe your computer skills and any knowledge of specific applications.
