Certified Veterinary Technician

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$26.76 - $32.77 Hourly

Department:

Department of Community Services (DCS)

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

• only apply for this position once*

OVERVIEW:

This Work Matters!

If you're a Certified Veterinarian Technician (CVT) committed to providing excellent care to animals, providing equitable services to pet owners in the community, and implementing evidence-based best practices in shelter care, then you should join our team! This position offers competitive compensation and paid time off, along with robust health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

At Multnomah County Animal Services (MSAS), we continually strive to improve how we work by pushing for greater transparency so people have access to information they need to make smart decisions, creating energy to support a thriving workforce, showing respect so everyone can bring their best authentic self to work every day.

We are compelled by the opportunity to make a difference. We look for people who can grow, think, lead and inspire, and help shape a culture that thrives on diversity and rewards commitment to public service. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment.

As part of the Animal Health team, you will be performing a variety of veterinary procedures such as conducting health exams, administering vaccinations and medical treatments, performing diagnostics, and recording findings and assessments. You may also assist veterinarians in surgery, including intubation, inducing/monitoring animals under anesthesia, and performing humane euthanasia.

Specifically, we are looking for someone who:

• Has the ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values.

• Is culturally sensitive to, and understands and practices racial and socioeconomic equity principles.

• Has the knowledge and ability to handle animals using low-stress and safe handling methods for animals that may have limited behavior information.

• Has the ability to work calmly under pressure, demonstrating the ability to think clearly and quickly while mastering multiple tasks.

• Provides a high level of professional customer service for both internal and external customers, and performs duties while working effectively with diverse and sometimes difficult clientele.

• Is detail oriented and thorough in all assignments and tasks

What We Can Offer You:

Multnomah County Animal Services is a division of the Department of Community Services. In addition to Animal Services, Multnomah County's Department of Community Services is comprised of additional unique and essential government services, including Elections, Land Use Planning, and Transportation.

The common mission of these diverse lines of business is articulated in this very simple statement: Inclusive community.

Accessible services. So, with us, you will be challenged, you will be encouraged to excel, you will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career, and you will be proud to be a part of the Multnomah County Animal Services team. You will be part of a strong organization dedicated to providing outstanding services to the community. Imagine working on finding forever homes for animals, being challenged to develop your skills and experience, and having opportunities to build a successful career.

At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement.

We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future full-time, part-time, on-call, temporary and limited duration positions while the eligible for hire list is active.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Six (6) months of work experience in an animal health-related field; AND

• Possession of a Certified Veterinary Technician certificate issued by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Board as outlined by OAR 875-030-0010; AND

• Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a Euthanasia Technician certificate issued by the State of Oregon.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Two (2) years of Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) experience in a veterinary practice; OR one (1) year of CVT experience in an animal shelter setting.

• Ability to effectively handle high-stress situations while still demonstrating the key values and mission of MCAS.

• Demonstrated experience in supporting high-volume spay/neuter surgeries.

• Demonstrated experience in assisting in the management of overall population/herd health in a shelter setting, including assisting in the management of infectious disease outbreaks.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independent of and in collaboration with veterinarians, other CVTs, and veterinary assistants.

• Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position . Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Application Packet:

Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:

Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.

Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications . Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.

Note for internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• Evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

• Consideration of top candidates, which may include phone interviews, panel interviews, and/or additional testing

• Professional reference checks

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This hourly, union-represented position is eligible for overtime.

Schedule: TBD

Location: Multnomah County Animal Shelter, 1700 W Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR 97060

Questions?

Eric Garcia, Recruiter

Department of Community Service

ericga@multco.us

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process.

Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Angie Larson

Email:

angie.r.larson@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (503) 9880302 x80302

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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