Community Animal Officer

Announcement # 2026-006Closing DateApril 13, 2026Salary Range$4,465.00 to $6,329.00 per monthThe COMMUNITY ANIMAL OFFICER position is full-time, 40 hours, Civil Service, and Union represented.The Columbia County Sheriff's Office is looking for a Community Animal Officer to be a part of the team dedicated to solving community problems, the reduction of crime, and the preservation of laws, ordinances and the constitutional rights of all people within our jurisdiction.DUTIESConduct investigations and carry out enforcement of state laws under ORS 609 and County ordinances relating to animal control issues within the County. Attend to and care for animals in the kennel facility. Compile and maintain records of impounded animals and perform administrative duties to support the Animal Control Department.Respond to complaints, inquiries, and requests for services involving animal-related problems including animal bites, nuisance complaints, and reports of strays, livestock kills, and inhumane treatment of animals.Apprehend stray animals that are a health hazard to the public. Locate animal owner or transport animals (dogs) to the animal control shelter. In-process and record new dogs in our care.Assist the Sheriff or Enforcement Deputies as needed with animal related complaints, investigations, and transports.Feed and water animals according to schedules. Examine animals for signs of illness and treat according to instructions. Clean and disinfect cages, pens, and yards.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEEquivalent to a high school diploma plus additional specialized courses in the field and three years related work experience in an animal shelter or veterinary office. Any satisfactory combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the above duties may be satisfactory.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSPossession of, or ability to obtain within two months of hire, state certification to euthanize animals. Possession of an appropriate motor vehicle operator's license and must be insurable under the County's liability insurance policy.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSMust be free of criminal convictions which would affect appointment to enforce the related ordinances/statutes or which would violate any other County policy.KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYConsiderable knowledge of shelter management, animal care, behavior and handling, including rabies control and prevention, disease recognition and humane euthanasia and animal related laws. Considerable knowledge of safety rules and practices pertaining to animal control. Familiarity with the use of computers and business software such as word processing and spreadsheets.Ability to plan, organize and supervise the efficient and economic performance of staff. Ability to efficiently and effectively operate equipment used in the performance of duties assigned. Ability to operate equipment safely under adverse conditions. Ability to act effectively in emergency situations. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, County officials and the general public.Join our team - Columbia County online application must be completed - Apply today!www.ColumbiaCountyOR.govAll successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background screening and drug test prior to hire.J-18808-Ljbffr