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Animal Shelter Technician I/II
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Hillsboro, Washington County, Oregon, 97104, USA
Listed on 2026-02-01
Listing for:
Washington County, OR
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Opportunity
Washington County Animal Services is seeking an Animal Shelter Technician.
Our Animal Shelter Technicians receive, feed, and care for animals. In this role, you will administer vaccinations as well as a variety of medications prescribed by the shelter veterinarian. You will also maintain daily animal records, work collaboratively with non-profit rescue groups to facilitate transfers of adoptable pets, and assist the public in a multitude of ways including but not limited to reuniting lost pets with their families.
Responsibilities- Receives dogs and cats brought to the shelter. Weighs, examines and observes animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury. Places animals in kennels and maintains impounding records using the computer system.
- Prepares food and feeds animals according to the schedules and feeding instructions. Provides drinking water for animals in the animal shelter.
- Performs basic animal grooming duties, such as washing, brushing, and trimming nails.
- Cleans and organizes Animal Shelter facilities, including cleaning and disinfecting shelter kennels and floors, organizing shelter equipment, doing laundry, and washing dishes.
- Responds to questions and inquiries from customers regarding the care of animals.
- Provides assistance to pet owners during the redemption process of their pet(s).
- Performs humane euthanasia. Removes and properly disposes of deceased animals. Maintains euthanasia records and records of used controlled substances.
- Maintains records on animals such as size, weight, physical condition, feedings, treatments, medications, and provided care.
- Handles, controls, examines, and administers routine vaccinations and/or oral medications.
- Maintains shelter records and notes medical problems of animals using a computer system. Notifies supervisor of supply or equipment needs.
- Completes behavioral assessments on animals to help determine their social needs and abilities in interacting with other animals and with people of various age groups.
- Knowledge of up-to-date animal handling skills.
- Professional customer service skills and problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Skills and abilities
to build positive relationships with the public and be part of a dedicated workforce. - The ability to remain calm and rational in routine and non-routine situations.
Animal Shelter Technician II (Pay Range: $24.77 - $29.96/hour):
- Two (2) years of professional experience in the care, handling, or training of animals in a kennel, veterinary office, animal clinic, or related setting.
- OR One (1) year of professional experience in the care, handling, or training of animals in a kennel, veterinary office, animal clinic, or related setting; and completion of at least one (1) year of technical training in veterinary assistance or a related program.
Animal Shelter Technician I (Pay Range: $21.24 - $25.84/hour):
- One (1) year of professional experience in the care, handling, or training of animals in a kennel, veterinary office, animal clinic, or related setting; OR
- Completion of at least one (1) year of technical training in veterinary assistance or a related program may substitute for the required experience.
- Driver’s license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy:
Driver's License & Records Policy-Vehicles. - Certification as a Euthanasia Technician is required within six (6) months of appointment.
- Successful completion of a background check.
- Must be able to pass a post-offer physical abilities assessment including medical and drug screening prior to appointment. For more information on the physical requirements, please visit theJob Task Analysis.
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.
Steps of the ProcessHuman Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Additional preferred qualification(s) screening may be applied.
Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts.
Candidates who pass the screening step(s) will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
We will conduct reference checks for the final candidate(s).
Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the final candidate(s). The hiring manager will extend a verbal…
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