Washington County Animal Services (Bonnie L. Hays Animal Shelter) is looking for an Animal Services Officer II! If you have considered continuing your career in the public sector by joining the Field Enforcement Team at a municipal animal shelter, join us in our mission to provide a safe haven for animals in transition, protect animals from harm, and provide tools to the residents of our community to live safely, responsibly and respectfully with animals. Your talent and passion for animal welfare will bring value to the services we provide in Washington County, Oregon.
We are also recruiting the Animal Services Officer I which is an entry-level position, job #23/24-145-HHS-1. If you are interested in being considered for both positions, you must submit separate applications to each posting.
Who we are:
Washington County Animal Services, located at the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter, cares for lost animals, finds homes for abandoned pets, licenses dogs, enforces animal cruelty laws, and protects our citizens from dangerous animals.
Last year, we provided care for approximately 1,800 animals in our shelter, responded to more than 4,000 citizen calls, licensed more than 48,000 dogs, answered over 50,000 phone calls, and conducted community outreach efforts at schools, fairs, and events. We have an active volunteer program, with many dedicated citizens volunteering at least 8 hours a month each to our shelter. We work closely with other shelters in the area through the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland, which includes a metropolitan area-wide program that aims to assist low-income families and their cats by offering affordable spay and neuter surgeries to those who qualify. We are also committed to Washington County’s Animal Protection Multi-Disciplinary Team, which helps provide solutions to the cycle of domestic violence and animal abuse.
To learn more about us, please use this link: Bonnie L Hays Animal Shelter
About the position:
We work collaboratively with our partners throughout the Portland metropolitan area towards our goal of preventing animals in our communities from needing our shelter services, as well as providing outstanding care and help to the animals currently in our care.
We also work closely with other enforcement agencies to apply state and local laws pertaining to the ownership, care, and treatment of animals in our community.
The Animal Service Officer’s (ASO) primary duties are to enforce Washington County’s animal-related codes throughout the county. The successful candidate can expect to primarily work autonomously in the field interacting with citizens regarding any animal-related issues and violations. An ASO is expected to accurately and clearly document their actions for each case. They will also be responsible for understanding Washington County’s animal-related codes and Communicable Disease rabies protocols and possess proper animal handling skills.
Due to the responsibilities and nature of the duties, the incumbent must be able to work onsite in-person.
The ASO II is the journey-level of the Animal Services Officer series, distinguished from the entry-level classification by the amount of professional training received and the ability to perform the full range of assigned duties with a greater level of independence and judgment.
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills which are essential to be able to evaluate a situation and come to a solution that is in line with the Bonnie Hays Shelter’s and Washington County’s core values. They are also independently driven and self-motivated as the position will primarily be working in the field alone, with no direct supervision and will need to manage their time appropriately. Additionally, they will have strong communication skills to fulfill the primary role as the face of Washington County Animal Services in the community. They will also have strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills to comfortably confront while not escalating what may already be a volatile situation.
Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.
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Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification, please use this link: Animal Services Officer II
Education and Experience:
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Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.
Veterans’ Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans’ preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans’ Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: [email protected] at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you “opt out” or “unsubscribe” of email notification from notices in NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.
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Regular and limited duration full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week and job share employees are eligible for benefits beginning on the first of the month following employment. Job share employees are responsible for 50% of the premium. Part-time regular, variable hour, and temporary positions are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits.
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Washington County values your dedication to lead the future of our community through public service. Our total compensation package, which is comprised of more than just your annual salary, was built to show our commitment to the physical and financial health and wellbeing of you and your family. Your total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision coverage at up to 95% employer paid! Other benefits you’ll enjoy as part of your total compensation package include:
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