Working Animals Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the closing date listed above.
Current Washington County Employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Range:
$28.58 - $34.77 Hourly
Department:
Health and Human Services
FLSA Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
About the Opportunity:
Washington County Animal Services, located at the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter in Hillsboro, Oregon has an exceptional opportunity for a Certified Veterinary Technician to perform specialized technical work related to the medical care and treatment of animals in our veterinary clinic.
In this role, you will assist the Shelter Veterinarian with medical procedures and the day-to-day functions of the shelter involving animal care, anesthesia, triage, and population medicine. You will maintain equipment and stock supplies used for medical care and husbandry of animals housed at the shelter. You will also triage animal emergencies and transport animals to other facilities or veterinary clinics. You will participate in daily cleaning, husbandry, training of volunteers/other staff, protocol development, and safety activities as needed. Additionally, you will respond to County requests for emergency response during emergency activation.
If you are passionate about your career and contributions that you make on a day-to-day basis providing medical care and treatment to animals and have considered continuing your profession in the public sector within a municipal animal shelter, your talents will bring value to the services we provide to animals and people residing in Washington County. You will be a part of collaborative efforts with community partners throughout the Portland metropolitan area. Through outreach and education, we are working together to prevent animals from needing our services in the first place, and just as significant, providing excellent care and shelter to the animals that do come to us.
* Effective 2/11/2026, this recruitment will open continuous until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the posting may be closed at any time without further notice. Washington County reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period. *
** It is anticipated that the first initial application screening will start on 2/26/2026. This posting will remain open, and applications received after the initial screening date may be considered if needed. **
Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Self-motivated, independent worker with proficiency as a certified veterinary technician, ideally working in the animal shelter setting.
• Ability to perform a multitude of tasks which include both direct patient care as well as maintenance of medical supply inventory and equipment.
• Ability to play a role in emergency and disaster training and real-life situations that require the assistance of animal medical personnel.

To review this classification including full duties, please use this link: Veterinary Technician.
About Our Shelter:
Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter cares for lost animals, finds homes for abandoned pets, licenses dogs, enforces animal cruelty laws and protects our citizens from dangerous animals. Last year, we provided care for stray and injured animals in our shelter, responded to more than 7,000 citizen calls, answered over 50,000 phone calls from community members and maintained some of the highest return-to-owner rates in the country! We work closely with our animal welfare partners to place animals in new homes with fantastic success and many happy placement stories.
Washington County is the second largest county in Oregon with a population of more than 601,500 people. We provide services for an estimated 145,000 dogs and 115,000 cats and their owners in an area that encompasses 727 square miles.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:

• Two (2) years of professional training or course work in the animal health field;
  AND
• Two (2) years of work experience in an animal health-related field including the care, handling, or training of dogs and working with the public.

Special Qualifications:

• Possession of a Certified Veterinary Technician license issued by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board upon hire.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Euthanasia Technician Certification issued by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board.
• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy-Vehicles
• Please be advised that this position is required to pass a criminal background check post offer.
• Must be able to pass a post-offer physical capacities test (PCT) including a medical check and drug screening prior to appointment. For more information on the physical requirements, please visit the Job Task Analysis.

Selection Process:
You can review our standard selection process here.
Our commitment to you:
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.
Veterans' Preference:
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Yeji Seo
Email Address:
Yeji_Seo@washingtoncountyor.gov