Animal Control Officer 1

Summary

Pay Range Pay Range: $26.07 - $32.06 HourlyDepartment: Department of Community Services (DCS)Job Type: Regular RepresentedExemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)Location: Field Services Center, Portland, OregonClosing Date: August 31, 2026The Opportunity Our Animal Services division is currently looking for experienced and self-motivated team player to fill our Animal Control Officer 1 position at the Field Services Center in Portland, Oregon.As an Animal Control Officer 1 you'd provide frontline support for the Field Services unit while working collaboratively with fellow officers, shelter staff, and medical personnel.Responsibilities Gather and record comprehensive data related to calls involving animals, animal owners, and residentsMaintain a digital log of daily of activities, including animals impoundedImpound and provide information about stray animals from the public; provide information and answer questions about animal control processes and related program servicesRespond to calls about sick, injured and/or deceased animals within Multnomah CountyHandle sick, injured, and/or fractious domestic animals and wildlifeAssess the health and physical condition of animals and communicate observations and relevant information to internal and external vet staffTransport animals of varying medical and behavioral conditionsImpound sick, injured, distressed, and deceased domestic and wild animalsTransport animals to partner agencies or owners as necessaryPrioritize calls and cases based on animal wellbeing and public safetySupport and participate in departmental response to disaster and emergency eventsCommunicate, coordinate, and work alongside community partners, including law enforcement, emergency services, and other animal welfare agenciesAbout Us Multnomah County Department of Community Services (DCS) comprises unique and essential government services, including Elections, Land Use Planning, Animal Services and Transportation.Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS) is the municipal animal welfare and animal control agency for Multnomah County located within the state of Oregon. MCAS is the only open door shelter in Multnomah County and the primary agency responsible for lost pet care, enforcement of Chapter 13 of Multnomah County Code and animal rescue.We also offer dog and cat licensing, lost and found pet services and animal adoptions through our shelter in Troutdale, Oregon.MCAS has an equitable service model that focuses on under-resourced communities and removing barriers to pet adoptions or other placements.Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more.We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement.We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity, and inclusion.To Qualify We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills Equivalent to the completion of twelfth gradeSix (6) months of experience working or volunteering in an animal-related roleSix (6) months of customer service experiencePossession of a valid driver licenseAbility to obtain and maintain a Sheriff's Special Deputy commission within six (6) months of hireMust pass a criminal background checkPreferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet a#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Pay Range Pay Range: $26.07 - $32.06 HourlyDepartment: Department of Community Services (DCS)Job Type: Regular RepresentedExemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)Location: Field Services Center, Portland, OregonClosing Date: August 31, 2026The Opportunity Our Animal Services division is currently looking for experienced and self-motivated team player to fill our Animal Control Officer 1 position at the Field Services Center in Portland, Oregon.As an Animal Control Officer 1 you'd provide frontline support for the Field Services unit while working collaboratively with fellow officers, shelter staff, and medical personnel.Responsibilities Gather and record comprehensive data related to calls involving animals, animal owners, and residentsMaintain a digital log of daily of activities, including animals impoundedImpound and provide information about stray animals from the public; provide information and answer questions about animal control processes and related program servicesRespond to calls about sick, injured and/or deceased animals within Multnomah CountyHandle sick, injured, and/or fractious domestic animals and wildlifeAssess the health and physical condition of animals and communicate observations and relevant information to internal and external vet staffTransport animals of varying medical and behavioral conditionsImpound sick, injured, distressed, and deceased domestic and wild animalsTransport animals to partner agencies or owners as necessaryPrioritize calls and cases based on animal wellbeing and public safetySupport and participate in departmental response to disaster and emergency eventsCommunicate, coordinate, and work alongside community partners, including law enforcement, emergency services, and other animal welfare agenciesAbout Us Multnomah County Department of Community Services (DCS) comprises unique and essential government services, including Elections, Land Use Planning, Animal Services and Transportation.Multnomah County Animal Services (MCAS) is the municipal animal welfare and animal control agency for Multnomah County located within the state of Oregon. MCAS is the only open door shelter in Multnomah County and the primary agency responsible for lost pet care, enforcement of Chapter 13 of Multnomah County Code and animal rescue.We also offer dog and cat licensing, lost and found pet services and animal adoptions through our shelter in Troutdale, Oregon.MCAS has an equitable service model that focuses on under-resourced communities and removing barriers to pet adoptions or other placements.Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more.We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement.We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity, and inclusion.To Qualify We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills Equivalent to the completion of twelfth gradeSix (6) months of experience working or volunteering in an animal-related roleSix (6) months of customer service experiencePossession of a valid driver licenseAbility to obtain and maintain a Sheriff's Special Deputy commission within six (6) months of hireMust pass a criminal background checkPreferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet a#J-18808-Ljbffr