Animal Services Supervisor - Stockton, United States - City of Stockton

City of Stockton

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Stockton, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

DEFINITION:

OPEN/PROMOTIONAL RECRUITMENT

FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:

Effective 7/1/2024, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
Effective 7/1/2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment

INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:

Sign on Bonus $2,000
40 hours of sick leave for immediate use

FUTURE INCENTIVES:

Employees employed as of July 1, 2024 will receive a $2,000 lump sum
Employees employed as of July 1, 2025 will receive a $2,000 lump sum

FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt

The current vacancy exists in the City of Stockton's Animal Services Department and will be assigned to Field Services and/or Animal Shelter.

The incumbent is required to work full-time with 8 to 10 hour shifts and days of vary.

Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status represented by the Mid-Management/Supervisory bargaining unit. (Classified/Represented)

Under direction, plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Animal Services Section, including enforcement of State and City animal services laws and the operation of a City/County animal shelter; performs other duties related to humane animal protection and services; performs related work as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

This single position class has division level responsibility for administration of the Citywide animal services program within general policy guidelines. The incumbent is responsible for formulating policy, developing goals and objectives, supervising staff, administering the section budget, and directing daytoday field and shelter activities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only):

Participates in the selection of staff; provides for the training and development, supervision, and evaluation of staff; and recommends and implements disciplinary action as required.
Plans, organizes, coordinates, administers and directs the work of the Animal Services Section; develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the section.
Prepares a variety of reports related to short

- and long-range City animal services needs, and develops specific proposals to meet them.

Develops and oversees humane education programs.
Develops, plans and implements targeted spay and neuter programs.
Recruits shelter volunteers and coordinates and oversees their activities.
Develops policy and programs related to the humane care of shelter animals.
Develops population control strategies for decreasing animal euthanasia
Assigns and directs field and shelter activities, including patrol. Enforces State and City laws regarding animal services, feeding, care, adoption, placement, quarantine, euthanasia and disposal, collection of fees, and shelter operation and maintenance, directly and through subordinate staff.
Assists in the preparation and administration of the section's budget.
Coordinates with County animal services on budget and revenue related to the joint shelter, mutual assistance policy and shelter procedures applicable to County employees.
Investigates and resolves complaints regarding animal services and shelter activities; ensures observance of safe working practices.
Works with other agencies, departments, concerned groups and private organizations to coordinate existing services.
Ensures compliance of section activities to pertinent codes, regulations and guidelines; coordinates with City Attorney on matters pertaining to enforcement, prosecution, legal interpretation and changes in local and state laws applicable to animal services.
Monitors developments related to animal services, evaluates their impact on City operations and implements policy and procedure improvements.
Prepares and maintains written records and correspondence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

Possession of a high school diploma or GED and two years of lead or supervisory experience in animal care or services or other related field. Registered Veterinary Technician certification or additional course work or training in animal services, animal behavior, public relations or law enforcement may substitute for up to one year of the required lead or supervisory experience.

Other Requirements:

Must possess a valid California Class C driver license.
Must be physically fit to work with animals and be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
Must be available for 24 hour emergency call back.
As a condition of continued employment, must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment, California Penal Code 832 Certificate; and must possess or obtain within eighteen (18) months of appointment, required training in accordance with Title 16, Section 2039 of the California Code of Regulations and the State of California Corporations Code, Section State of California Corporations Code, Section14502 recertification must be maintained.

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