Animal Services Utility Worker

The Position


Why Join Contra Costa County's Animal Services Department ?

The Animal Services Department is committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of all people and animals in our community. We shelter homeless, abandoned, and lost animals and work to keep and place animals in safe, caring homes. We also provide education and services to enhance the lives of people and their animal companions and to strengthen the human-animal bond.

We are currently looking to add one (1) Animal Services Utility Worker to our dedicated team. Individuals in this role are responsible for performing a variety of animal services work, including impounding deceased animals from both private and public property and transporting healthy, sick, or injured domestic animals to and from emergency veterinarians, the shelter, and other locations as directed.

You will have a direct impact on enhancing the lives of the animals and residents in the communities we serve while working with a great team who is passionate about what they do. It will be challenging, fast-paced, and never boring!

We are looking for someone who is:

• Flexible. Things can change quickly, and you will need to adjust.
• A Team Player. We have a strong group and seek others to work hard alongside us.
• A Self-Starter. You are responsible for covering your assigned beat daily.
• Customer Service Focused. You will have direct interaction with the Public.
• Reliable and Dependable. You will have work autonomy while in the field.
• Compassionate. Having sympathy and concern for others, including the animals.
  
  

What you will typically be responsible for:

• The collection and disposal of deceased animals in the field throughout the County.
• Transporting animals to or from emergency veterinarians and other locations as needed.
• Handling animals humanely and according to shelter policies and procedures.
• Scanning animals for microchips and documenting identification information.
• Running shelter errands for feed, equipment, etc as needed
• Observing animals for signs of sickness and notifying the supervisor of symptoms.
• Documenting your daily calls.
• Other tasks such as cleaning, and assisting other staff as needed.
  
  

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will be helping animals and people in the community.
• You will work on a cohesive team with individuals who are passionate about their job.
• You will interact daily with the public.
  
  

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will work in a busy, fast-paced workplace.
• You will drive daily, often in high-traffic times.
• You will be in a position that can be physically demanding.
  
  

Competencies Required:

• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
• Environmental Exposure Tolerance: Performing under physically demanding conditions
• General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
  
  

To read the complete job description, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/classspecs/21010

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of State valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in driving and deliveries
• Experience handling animals
• Experience using shelter management systems
• Experience in customer service

Selection Process

1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

2. Animal Services Utility Worker Multiple Choice Assessment: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the Animal Services Utility Worker. The Multiple Choice assessment will be administered via a web-based platform. The Multiple Choice assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to Animal Services Utility Worker. These may include but are not limited to: decision making, delivering results, reading comprehension, environmental exposure tolerance, general physical ability, safety focus, attention to detail, professional integrity & ethics, accountability, self-management, listening, oral communication, writing, customer focus, and teamwork. (Weight 100%).

TENTATIVE DATES

Online Multiple-Choice Test: August 26th - 31st, 2025.

The assessment may be administered remotely using a computer. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment.
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Paul Han at Paul.Han@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 8/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

• 925-655-2100

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