Animal Care Manager - Fairfield, United States - County of Solano

County of Solano

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Fairfield, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

THE POSITION

The Animal Care Manager is responsible for managing the Animal Care Division and plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises animal care shelter activities in accordance with codes, laws and regulations, and with the primary objective of the humane care and treatment of animals.

The incumbent also serves as a member of the Sheriff's Office senior management team.

Essential Duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Exercises organizational and management authority over the physical facility, services and activities of the Solano County Animal Shelter and animal control services, performs managerial responsibilities such as:
Plans, develops, implements and monitors goals and objectives and takes corrective actions as appropriate, develops and enforces policies and procedures; establishes priorities regarding: care and feeding of animals, maintenance of kennels, corrals, holding facilities, and ensures all areas are maintained in a sanitary and orderly condition.
Handling and identification of all animals and treatment for the sick and injured; maintenance of animal records of euthanasia and controlled substances as required by law; and ensuring computer recorded data is maintained in a confidential manner and discretion is exercised.
Keeps abreast of changes in the laws and regulations regarding animals, animal control, animal disease control and animal care; implements modern animal care methods and procedures.

Position Requirements:

Pattern A:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is required, preferably in Animal Management, Animal Science, Biological Sciences, Business administration, or Public Administration or related.

AND

Experience:

Four (4) years of experience performing animal shelter and/or animal control agency, a Humane Society, and/or a veterinary clinic, including two (2) years performing program management and/or supervisory responsibility.

OR

Pattern B:

Education:

Associates Degree or equivalent units from an accredited college or university preferably in Animal Management, Animal Science, Biological Sciences, Business administration, or Public Administration or related.

AND

Experience:

Six (6) years of experience performing animal shelter and/or animal control agency, a Humane Society, and/or a veterinary clinic, including two (2) years performing program management and/or supervisory responsibility.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license is required.

This license must be kept current while employed in this class.

Supplemental Information:

SELECTION PROCESS
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

HOW TO APPLY

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at , business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.

5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree (depending on the pattern your are qualifying under) is required for this position.

All applicants are encouraged to submit either a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying the date and degree conferred) by the final filing deadline.

However, proof of this education requirement must be submitted prior to appointment.
**How to Submit Your Documents**
VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.

A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE.

Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score.

Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran's preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES**:
Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reaso