Animal Shelter Manager

Hiring Range: $76,044.80 - $83,649.28

Prior related experience and internal equity factors will be considered when determining

the final hourly rate offered to the selected candidate.

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GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Under limited supervision, is responsible for providing leadership, direction and administration of Shelter operations. Manages personnel to ensure humane handling conditions, a safe and sanitary environment for the animals and people, and compliance with state and federal laws. Responsibilities may include revising and developing procedures to ensure compliance with regulations; reviewing and approving purchases and establishing operational goals. Work involves encouraging the expansion of existing programs and the establishment of all new programs. Reports to Division Captain.

Oversees the daily operations of the animal shelter including, supervising, training and mentoring staff and the adoption, redemption and euthanasia of animals
Ensures compliance with local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to the operation of an animal shelter in the Commonwealth of Virginia pursuant to State code and local ordinance
Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with local, state and regional agencies, special interest groups and other relevant animal care, animal management and rescue stakeholders
Ensures staff can accurately identify animal health issues, identify and provide appropriate treatments and rehabilitative care
Implements operations policies and procedures while coordinating and inspecting daily work activities
Completes monthly, quarterly, yearly and biannual reports and records as required by regulating authorities
Monitors revenue and expenses pertaining to the annual budget with an emphasis on responsible stewardship and maximizing benefits to shelter animals and the community
Researches and pursues various non-budgeted funding opportunities to expand the effectiveness of adoptions, outreach, animal care and similar programs
Approves Private Animal Shelters and Releasing Agencies to transfer animals to and oversees and recruits foster families and groups
Coordinates with veterinarians regarding specific animal health issues
Oversees the quarantine of animals that have bitten humans and are impounded at the shelter
Manages, performs or assists in the euthanasia of animals including maintaining proper documentation and policy methodology
Ensures that drugs and FDA controlled substances are properly used and that inventory control is maintained
Oversees the social media site and County website promoting adoptions, lost & found and general information
Assists in the hiring and evaluating of shelter staff
Mentors, coaches, and engages in proactive team building for all personnel, volunteers, and community partners to keep the shelter progressive in meeting the needs of the animals and citizens served
Ensures the safety, sanitation and general maintenance of the facility - inspects shelter for needed repairs and coordinates work as necessary
Maintains and updates disaster response plans for animal shelter
Works cooperatively with the Virginia Dept. of Agriculture on annual inspections
Oversees and coordinates the spay/neuter program and County rabies clinic
Dispatches citizen complaint calls to animal control officers
Prepares deposits for Treasurers office and conducts routine audits
As needed, provides care, feeding and cleaning of animals and cleans and maintains shelter kennels, cages, equipment
Performs other related tasks as required

Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of managing an animal facility
Thorough working knowledge of the safe handling, care, feeding and dietary needs, environmental needs, health maintenance, identification of health issues, and relevant appropriate treatments for a wide variety of animals under the temporary care of the County’s Shelter
Sound understanding of the local, state and federal laws governing animal welfare and humane practices
Sound financial skills to manage shelter operations within approved budget and handle procurements for the Shelter’s needs
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and direct work of subordinates
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to provide effective leadership
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, coworkers, County officials, public and private sector organizations, community groups and the public

High school diploma with completion of college-level coursework in animal care, biology, or other relevant field; certificate or degree in a relevant animal care field preferred;

Five (5) years of relevant animal care work experience including two years of relevant supervisory experience in an animal shelter, veterinarian, rescue or other relevant animal care or animal management setting;

OR: Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the hiring process which may include an interview, fingerprint and criminal history check, polygraph, background investigation and pre-employment medical exam to include drug and alcohol testing

Certification to humanely euthanize animals required

Possession of a valid driver’s license and proof of acceptable driving record compliant with County

policy such as to allow operation of County vehicles

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including shift work, weekends, holidays or on call

Shelter Manager is considered essential personnel and must have the ability to report to work in emergency conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; and some work requiring the lifting or dragging, for short distances, of 100 pounds of force occasionally; up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions; i.e., extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, hazards and atmospheric conditions.

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