What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Animal Care Specialist position at County of Tulare?
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health & Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancy is with the Health & Human Services Agency located in Visalia. Plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of the Animal Services staff; advise staff in the interpretation and application of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing animal shelter operations; conduct staff meetings; recommends and implements approved changes to ensure operational goals are met and informs the Animal Services Operations Manager of operational concerns and emerging issues; coordinates shelter activities between the community, volunteers, and departmental staff; assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures; participate in the preparation of the annual budget; exhibit humane and sympathetic treatment to animals by effectively caring for and safely handling domestic animals, livestock, and wildlife; identifies ill or diseased animals and takes appropriate action; maintains and reviews animal intake reports, drug usage reports, and euthanasia logs; prepares reports and correspondence; conducts animal temperament assessments to promote successful adoptions, and develops behavior modification plans, when appropriate; supervises the administration of and may personally administer medications, vaccinations, and microchips; performs procedures to assist in the detection of rabies, parvo, leukemia and other conditions related to public health and animal welfare; effectively communicates with the public, Animal Services staff, volunteers and others to coordinate activities and resolve issues related to Animal Shelter activities; determines schedules and assigns duties to Animal Services staff; collects fee payments; attends conferences and meetings; resolves conflict and complaints appropriately and in a timely manner; assist in training Animal Services staff; develop and implement training programs in support of staff and volunteers; work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.Education/ Experience: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade and five (5) years of hands-on experience handling, managing, and caring for animals in a shelter facility, humane society, veterinary hospital, or similar agency.
Equivalencies:
Education/Experience: Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units of college-level coursework in Veterinary Science, Animal Science or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. Or one (1) year of service as a volunteer or employment involving the coordination of volunteers may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
Special Note: Having and/or caring for personal or family pets will not substitute for the required experience.
Knowledge of – Principles and practices of supervising and training; laws, rules, ordinances, and regulations governing the operation of animal shelters and impounding, releasing, and euthanasia of animals; accepted safe, humane, and efficient practices of animal care and handling of various breeds of animals; techniques, methods, and medications used in the treatment of animals; data collection techniques and report writing; domestic animal behavior assessment techniques; an animal shelter or veterinary facility operations; proper cash handling techniques; basic mathematics; correct use of the English language including spelling, grammar, and punctuation; various animal breeds and their behavioral characteristics; symptoms of common animal disease; safe work practices related to the handling and care of animals and facilities maintenance.
Skill/Ability to – Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; supervise, train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; learn, apply and follow appropriate rules, policies, procedures, and ordinances including those related to the licensing, adoption, quarantine, impounding, care and treatment of animals; understand and follow oral and written instructions; provide prompt, courteous, and responsive customer service to the public; communicate clearly and concisely in person, over the telephone, and in writing; organize work, determine priorities, exercise sound judgment, and complete multiple tasks with deadlines under stressful conditions; plan and complete assignments independently; accurately perform euthanasia of animals by injection as required or assigned; perform unpleasant or emotionally difficult procedures such as preparing rabies test samples by disarticulation; collect and review information on departmental activities; exercise good judgment and self-restraint when operating in stressful situations; use protective equipment as directed and trained; work in a loud environment while exposed to animals, animal fluids, waste and smells, and pharmaceuticals; retain and recall information; lift, drag or carry weights up to 100 pounds.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a valid California Driver's License; Complete and pass the department’s Humane Euthanasia training course pursuant to Section 2039, Title 16, California Code of Regulations, within six (6) months. Must obtain a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit (VASCP) within one year of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be immunized against rabies and maintain immunity for the duration of employment.Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $50,305 - $61,309