JOB
Job Number: 2026-27
Closes: Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 11:59pm
Springfield Police Department
Represented: SPA
Grade: 217 (Community Service Officer II)
Non-Exempt, Full-time, Full Benefits
$29.46- $37.60 per hour, Pay dependent on qualifications and in accordance with Oregon's Pay Equity Act.
- Benefit enrolled employees and dependents have access to a FREE, City of Springfield health and wellness center.
**Position includes generous medical package to include $1,200 health reimbursement account, sick leave, vacation, holidays, gym membership, and participation in Oregon Public Employee’s Retirement (PERS).
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Overview:
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.
For more information about Animal Services, please see: Animal Services - City of Springfield Oregon
Minimum 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
- Equivalency may be met through additional education, law enforcement training, reserve academy, 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
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes working evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Preferences may be given for knowledge and experience:
- Spanish language skills
- Previous law enforcement/ Community Service Officer experience
- National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA) Certification
- Previous veterinary experience
For the complete job description, please see:
Class Specifications | Community Service Officer - Animal Services | Class Spec Details
Oral Boards (Interviews):
Top candidates will be invited to interview. Candidates moving forward will be contacted with additional details.
All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran’s Preference in Public Employment Law.
Please do not indicate ‘See Resume’ in the ‘Work Experience’ part of the application. The information you provide in the application ‘Work Experience’ and ‘Job Duties’ will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process. Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit.
NOTE: 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.
The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
