About The Position
The County of Riverside's Department of Animal Services is currently seeking an Animal Services Manager for the Veterinary Services team supporting shelters throughout Riverside County.
The Animal Services Manager will report to the Chief Veterinarian of Animal Services and will supervise the veterinary services staff. The position will oversee veterinary services, spay and neuter, veterinary care, supply and equipment management, and will be responsible for implementing policies and procedures. The Animal Services Manager will be tasked with the prevention and management of disease control within shelters, The Animal Services Manager will also be tasked with budget planning.
This is a critical role in the department where communication and customer service will be the key to success as the Manager is required to work closely with the volunteer program, animal rescue partners, and staff in every part of the shelter's operations . This position will be responsible for conducting training, overseeing facilities management, and will prepare and deliver department presentations to the community as well as County stakeholders.
The Department desires candidates with strong personnel management skills, as well as those with experience working in an animal care facility or animal shelter.
Please note that this position will be required to oversee staff performing humane euthanasia and disposal of animals.
This class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (8) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the Animal Services Director.
Meet the Team!
The Department of Animal Services promotes an environment of responsible pet ownership through progressive animal welfare initiatives, community outreach, and humane education in a culture of compassion, creativity, and integrity.
Examples Of Essential Duties
- Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates and coordinates programs and services; acts as a liaison to local agencies and other divisions; maintains communication with management, other divisions, staff, and customers.
- Develops procedures and policies for field, clinic, and/or office operations ensuring compliance with federal, State, and department requirements; establishes measurements and reporting mechanisms.
- Develops and promotes effective relationships with other agencies and County departments, local and humane agencies and community organizations; provides expertise, consultation, and assistance to department personnel and community members; interviews, hires, trains, motivates, evaluates, and manages subordinate staff.
- Contributes to the development of policies and procedures within Veterinary Services, Community Outreach and Education, Shelter Services, Fiscal or the Employee Resources Division.
- Coordinates the preparation and management of a division and/or budget; analyzes the need for budget items requested to determine if items are justifiable, based on program objectives and priorities; makes recommendations for the transfer of funds; reviews financial data on an on-going basis to ensure conformance with established guidelines.
- May oversee departmental programs including, but not limited to Rabies Control, Behavior Assessment, Adoptions, Education, Cruelty Task Force, and POPCO.
- Reviews present and pending legislation to determine effect on operations and programs; keeps informed on new developments in animal control methods, equipment, facilities and regulations, and recommends and implements adjustments, as necessary.
- Monitors work for adherence to professional and mandated standards regarding animal control regulations, euthanasia and zoonotic disease prevention.
Minimum Qualifications
OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in business or public administration, healthcare, zoology, biology, veterinarian medicine, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)
Experience: One year of coordinating administrative and/or operational duties including at least two of the following: budgetary planning, regulatory compliance, supervision, or community relations in a public or private organization. Experience in an animal care and control or humane organization is desired.
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in business or public administration, healthcare, zoology, biology, veterinarian medicine, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)
Experience: Three years in the care and treatment of small animals under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian at a veterinary clinic or small animal hospital, which must have included at least one year in a lead or supervisory capacity overseeing staff responsible for the care of animals.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.
Completion of a County Supervisory Academy is required within one year of hire date.
Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
Knowledge of: The principles of management and public administration; supervisory principles and practices related to the selection, training, direction, motivation, and evaluation of subordinates and conflict intervention; policies and procedures used in budget preparation, justification, monitoring and reporting; State and local laws, regulations, codes and ordinances pertaining to the control and welfare of animals; methods and practices for maintenance of clean and humane conditions for impounded animals; laws, regulations, ordinances, and procedures pertaining to the investigation of cruelty of animals; procedures for the apprehension, custody, quarantine, and transportation of animals; enforcement techniques used in animal control work; symptoms of rabies and other common zoologic diseases; vector habitat and the environmental and habitat needs of wildlife.
Ability to: Manage and direct divisional activities; communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work effectively with public and private partners and customers and effectively interact with personnel at all organizational levels; train, supervise and motivate subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; make sound recommendations and effective presentations of information, findings and recommendations; prioritize tasks and work well under pressure and impending deadlines; use shelter information systems.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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