Animal Care Supervisor - Shelter

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Animal Care Supervisor - Shelter

Salary

$56,138.42 - $69,030.26 Annually

Location

78227, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00457

Department

Animal Care Services

Opening Date

12/05/2024

Closing Date

1/2/2025 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Description

Benefits

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Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for planning, coordinating, and scheduling within the assigned division. Trains and oversees assigned employees. Uses independent judgment to work with the public, coworkers, and subordinates. Working conditions are in an office environment with frequent visits to outdoor sites and exposure to temperature variations, infectious diseases, and hostile animals. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

Animal Care Services Main Campus at 4710 State Highway 151, San Antonio, TX 78227.

Work Hours

Rotating 10-hour shifts between 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Monday - Sunday; weekend and holiday availability required.

Essential Job Functions

Plans, prioritizes and assigns daily work schedule of subordinates and coordinates personnel utilization with staff.

Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff members.

Collects and prepares data for reports and presentations.

Makes presentations to community groups and organizations.

Monitors and coordinates division budget.

Reviews reports from staff, assists on difficult cases, and assures proper follow-up action is taken.

Prescribes forms and techniques to be used in assigned division.

Recommends and assists in the development and implementation of department and division policies, including animal ordinance.

Reviews and evaluates operations and procedures and recommends improvements.

Develops and maintains positive communications and working relationships with City Departments, outside organizations, and law enforcement personnel.

Conducts State certified training for internal and external Animal Control agencies including informational training for City departments.

May lift and carry animals weighing up to 50 pounds to secure in cages or place on examination tables, and may assist with team lifts for animals weighing over 50 pounds.

Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).

Two (2) years of experience in a field related to animal control, to include one (1) year of experience as a supervisor or lead worker.

Division Specific:

Shelter:

Must be able to obtain Euthanasia by Injection Certification within twelve (12) months of employment, and must maintain certification.Preferred Qualifications:

Customer Service ExperienceApplicant Information

If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.

Knowledge of procedures for issuing and processing a City citation.

Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures for dealing with vicious or rabid animals.

Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations.

Knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques of animal control.

Knowledge of investigative techniques.

Knowledge of principles and practices related to confrontation control and crisis intervention.

Skill in utilizing basic office equipment.

Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Ability to handle animals under all types of situations and conditions.

Ability to respond to inquiries, complaints and requests for services in a fair, tactful and firm manner.

Ability to provide training to assigned staff on safety procedures and methods.

Ability to adhere to disease management and safety protocols.

Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.

Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.