Animal Control Manager

Animal Control Manager Annual Salary Range: $110,000 – $125,000 Placement within this range depends on qualifications, experience, and the ARC Board of Directors. Position Under the administrative direction of the Assistant Director of Animal Services, the Animal Control Manager oversees, coordinates, and directs all field and animal control operations. The position supervises animal control personnel involved in a comprehensive program including the interpretation and enforcement of state and local laws, animal impoundment and rescue, rabies prevention, animal cruelty investigations, humane euthanasia, and spay/neuter initiatives. Responsibilities Manages, plans, and coordinates the daily operations of the Animal Control Division which includes the work of field, patrol, licensing staff, and Dispatch including the impounding of animals. Assists management in developing field animal care programs and initiatives, including establishing field program objectives and drafting related policies and procedures. Evaluates employee performance; supervises, coaches and supports staff; promotes skill development; and participates in disciplinary processes when appropriate. Assigns vehicles and equipment to staff and ensures proper maintenance of all field equipment and fleet vehicles. Supports the Agency’s management team with scheduling and coverage needs, public health concerns, and emergency situations. Selects, trains, and motivates assigned personnel; coordinates staff training; and ensures policies and regulations are communicated and followed. Recommends, develops, and implements operating policies and procedures for animal control field services, ensuring consistent application of rules and regulations established by the Assistant Director of Animal Services. Assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and directs and implements changes. Collaborates with partner agencies and contract representatives on issues related to assigned responsibilities; negotiates and resolves operational concerns as they arise. Provides administrative support, including conducting special projects, preparing reports, compiling statistics, and maintaining records and files for assigned programs. Monitors unit budget and revenue; prepares budget materials as needed; and may assist in preparing and administering grants. Ensures operations remain within budget by reviewing and approving requests for overtime, equipment replacement, supplies, and facility repairs; allocates resources to meet budget goals. Administers the animal control program in compliance with local ordinances, state statutes, regulations, and agency policies; determines when animal seizures or criminal charges for animal abuse are warranted. Conducts a variety of studies, investigations, and operational analyses; recommends modifications to animal control programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. Performs enforcement tasks such as issuing notices to appear in court, warrant service, and related duties. Participates in a range of community education and outreach programs to provide assistance, as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Education: High school diploma or recognized equivalent. Experience: Five (5) years of experience at the level of an Animal Control Officer or Humane Officer in a public agency or humane society, including three (3) years of supervisory experience. Licenses: Valid Class C California Driver’s License or ability to travel to various locations; acceptable driving record. Certificates: Must obtain a certificate of successful completion for the California POST Course, Penal Code 832 within six (6) months of employment; must successfully complete training in compliance with California Business and Professions Code 4827(d) to obtain a certificate to perform humane euthanasia within six (6) months of employment. Special Requirements: Ability to work various schedules including day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed. Application Process Apply online by clicking the “Apply” link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account. Otherwise log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. For a complete application, include: List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position. List all periods of employment for at least the past ten (10) years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including if applicable all employment with the City of Ontario). Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer. Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected. Benefits Snapshot Medical: California Choice – up to $2,250 per month city contribution. Dental: up to $117.12 per month employer contribution. Vision: up to $17.24 per month employer contribution. Retirement: Employer paid contributions of 13% of base salary to a 401(a) retirement plan. Vacation: 3 weeks of annual leave; 40 hours of management leave each year; 10 paid holidays per year. Additional benefits: Cell phone allowance of $100 per month; life insurance coverage of $106,000; AD&D coverage of $109,000; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program offerings (mental health awareness, legal assistance, financial coaching, child & eldercare assistance, pet insurance, counseling sessions, gym membership discounts, rideshare program, and more). #J-18808-Ljbffr