Community Service Officer - Animal Services

City of Springfield, Oregon • Springfield, OR

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About The Position

The Community Service Officer enforces animal control and welfare ordinances and related laws and regulations regarding stray, dangerous, nuisance and unwanted domestic animals. This position is responsible for investigating citizen complaints and issues citations for violations; captures, handles, transports, and detains animals. This position is non-sworn (i.e. doesn’t attend the Police Academy) but is a great opportunity to learn about the Springfield Police Department and a career in law enforcement. The ideal Community Service Officer candidate will have a passion for serving others and having a positive impact in the community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 18 years of age
• A minimum of one year of experience or training in basic law enforcement, code enforcement, criminal justice, social services, or related
• No felony convictions or misdemeanors directly related to position
• Ability to pass a background investigation
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License at time of appointment and maintain
• Pass Criminal Justice Services requirements (CJIS)
• Pass Law Enforcement System requirements (LEDS)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Ability to meet physical, psychological, and medical requirements for the position
• Refrain from tobacco products while on duty

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language skills
• Previous law enforcement/ Community Service Officer experience
• National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA) Certification
• Previous veterinary experience

Responsibilities

• Enforces animal control and welfare ordinances and related laws and regulations regarding stray, dangerous, nuisance and unwanted domestic animals.
• Investigates citizen complaints and issues citations for violations.
• Captures, handles, transports, and detains animals.

Benefits

• Access to a FREE, City of Springfield health and wellness center for employees and dependents
• Generous medical package
• $1,200 health reimbursement account
• Sick leave
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Gym membership
• Participation in Oregon Public Employee’s Retirement (PERS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED