Animal Services Manager

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 3 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Catawba County, a great place to live and work, is recruiting for a proactive manager with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead a progressive Animal Services Division. Located in the scenic foothills of North Carolina, Catawba County is a fast growing and diverse County with a population of 154,000 citizens who is known as a leader in technology and innovation. Animal Services is provided to the citizens of Catawba County under the Emergency Services Department. As the Animal Services Manager, you are responsible for managing animal shelter operations and animal control activities. Duties include planning and directing the activities of the animal shelter and the animal control program; ensure all state and county laws pertaining to animal welfare and animal control are enforced; budget preparation; staff training and supervision; receiving and responding to citizen requests for service; investigating cases of reported animal bites and cruelty to animals; explaining county and state laws and ordinances to the general public; preparing and maintaining accurate records and reports; and other related duties. This position is a full-time position with on-call duties. The successful candidate is: � An excellent and assertive communicator who uses facilitative and collaborative approaches in working with employees, other entities, and citizens. � A dynamic leader who continuously exemplifies and expects the provision of excellent animal services to the County�s citizens. � A proactive manager with significant experience in animal services as well as management to include leadership, budgeting, human resources, contracts, etc. and the ability to problem solve and analyze at a high level. REQUIRES: A four year degree in Veterinary Science, Business Management, or a related field and 3 years experience managing components of an animal services program, including 3 years of responsible supervisory experience; or a 2 year degree in Veterinary Science, Business Management, or a related field and 5 years experience managing components of an animal services program, including 3 years of responsible supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with the public and explain laws and ordinances. Valid NC Driver's license required. Prefer applicants with the following certifications: 1) Euthanization, 2) Rabies Vaccination, 3) Tranquilizer, and 4) National Animal Control Level I and Level II. This is considered Heavy Work; lifting in excess of 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds more frequently. The Animal Services Manager is required to live within Catawba County. Because of the nature of the position, regular and on call work is required during night hours and weekends.

Salary Range: $43,893.00 to $68,102.00
Closes: Open Until Filled

Catawba County Government Job Postings

Animal Services Manager