Clatsop County occupies the northwest corner of Oregon bounded to the north by the Columbia River and to the west by the Pacific Ocean. Named for the Clatsop Indians, Clatsop County is rich in history, scenery and opportunity.
KENNEL ATTENDANT (ON-CALL)
$21.57 TO $26.22 PER HOUR
OUR MISSION…
Neighbor to neighbor, serving CLATSOP COUNTY with integrity, honesty and respect.
ABOUT CLATSOP COUNTY
Today Clatsop County is one of nine Home Rule counties in Oregon. Five non-partisan elected Commissioners set policy and appoint a full-time County Manager, who is responsible for daily operations. County services are provided through these divisions: County Administration (County Manager), Assessment and Taxation, Budget and Finance, County Clerk, Juvenile, Public Health, Public Works, Community Development, the District Attorney, and Sheriff’s Offices. The county also administers a road district, a rural law enforcement district, and a local sewer district.
THE POSITION
Under general supervision of the Animal Control Supervisor, this position is responsible for assisting in maintaining the Clatsop County Animal Shelter and ensure that dogs, cats and other animals housed at the shelter have clean and sanitary conditions.
We are seeking qualified candidates for On-Call Kennel Workers to provide support on an as-needed basis. This role is ideal for those who desire flexibility and are available to work variable hours, often on short notice.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school graduation or equivalent
- Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acceptable.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous shelter experience
- Previous Janitorial experience.
- Animal Husbandry experience.
- Experience providing care for others (pet or person)
TO APPLY
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Clatsop County is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.
This posting’s first review of applications is February23, 2026. Apply here.
Applications will then be reviewed at the end of each month following the first review.
For more information, applicants should review the detailed job description for information on essential functions and requirements.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.
Prior to hiring, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background exam, and pre-employment drug screen and must show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. For further information, please visit the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
Clatsop County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Clatsop County is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all
employees in all matters of employment (such as hiring, promotion, transfer, training, layoff, compensation,
fringe benefits and termination) regardless of ethnicity/race, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability,
veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
