SummaryABOUT THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE:The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.
ABOUT THE COUNTY:We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:Deschutes County is accepting applications for an Animal Control Technician for the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office. This position provides service to the community by enforcing animal control laws and ordinances pertaining to animals and protection of livestock, delivery of civil process documents and conducting routine investigative reports. Position is uniformed and less lethal duty equipment is required. Animal Control Technicians are enforcement officers as defined in ORS 153.005.
Key Responsibilities: - Investigates complaints about the treatment of animals, violations of animal control laws, sightings of animals posing a risk or threat to other animals, property, and the community.
- Issues citations for violations.
- Seeks and delivers civil process documents to the appropriate individuals.
- Receives and records pertinent information for minor animal investigative reports from the public.
- Aids in assisting law enforcement with minor calls.
- Ability to be a credible witness in a court of law.
What You Will Bring: Knowledge of or experience with:
- Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone to resolve conflict.
- Thorough knowledge of English grammar and composition, formats, spelling, and arithmetic.
- Principles and practices of general office administration, case management, computer systems and applications.
Skill in:
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, citizens, developers, advocates, and regional agencies.
- Provide and compile complete and accurate information.
- Working well under pressure or in stressful situations firmly, tactfully and with respect to individual rights; often with limited supervision.
*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
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HERE. Compensation$4,610.80 to $6,179.91 per month for a 173.33 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.
Must be able to work any combination of 8, 10 or 12 hour rotating shifts; including nights, weekends and holidays. Incumbent must be willing to work a flexible schedule when needed, to meet the needs of the Sheriff’s Office. Work is performed in the field and office setting.
BENEFITS:Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off, and professional development opportunities. Please click
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Minimum Qualifications- High school diploma or equivalent;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
Preferred Qualifications: - Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology or related field.
- Experience working in the public sector or in a customer service capacity.
- LEDS Certification.
Necessary Special RequirementsDriving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
- Must successfully pass field training as relevant to assigned duties.
- Must pass a pre-qualifying driving record review and criminal history background.
- A current driver's license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate driver's license number and state of origin on their application under the Personal Information section .
- Background Investigation: A complete and full background investigation will be completed prior to a candidate receiving a conditional job offer.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
Employer paid benefit offerings include: - Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include: - 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.
Closing Date/Time: 9/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
