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City of San Antonio Animal Care Operations Manager, Clinic in United States
Animal Care Operations Manager, Clinic
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Animal Care Operations Manager, Clinic
Salary
$74,200.36 - $111,300.54 Annually
Location
78227, TX
Job Type
4A Full-Time
Job Number
2024-01918
Department
Animal Care Services
Opening Date
09/11/2024
Closing Date
9/30/2024 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded
No
FLSA Status
Exempt
Description
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Job Summary
Under administrative direction, is responsible for managing and coordinating the facility operations of the City's Animal Clinic and ensuring the safe, humane care, treatment, housing, and transport of animals. Working conditions are primarily inside an office, with exposure to working in an animal kennel environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Working location may rotate between Animal Care Services Main Campus at 4710 State Highway 151, San Antonio, TX 78227, and satellite city-run facilities in various locations within city limits.
Work Hours
Scheduled 40 hours during a 5 day work week to include rotating weekends and occasional holidays. Shifts are between 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. depending on business needs.
Essential Job Functions
Manages operations, establishes goals and assesses performance of the facility and field operations to include cruelty investigations.
Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of assigned personnel and provides advise and counsel to subordinates in ordinances, polices and regulations; oversees the training of new personnel in humane animal handling and care.
Assists in the planning and in the implementation of new or revised animal ordinance, procedures and policies.
Supervises the operation of a safe and humane animal euthanasia program and remains abreast of modern euthanasia methods.
Participates in the development of policies and procedures; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to training, existing standards, and procedures.
Enforces State and City laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to animal care.
Investigates and responds to special requests and inquiries from the general public.
Assists animal care personnel in determining courses of legal action, and in preparing the filing of charges in a duly constituted court of law.
Prepares reports and special presentations regarding facility and clinic operations.
Determines disposition of impounded animals as required by laws or ordinances.
Works closely with a licensed Veterinarian who is responsible for medical decisions regarding the disposition of sick or injured animals.
Participates in the development of the division budget and monitors fiscal operations.
Develops management systems to track animal and medical records; ensures that adequate records are maintained on each animal .
Coordinates with other departments or agencies in activities related to animal control.
Coordinates with other division managers in the scheduling of staff.
Interprets department policies to personnel and the public.
Provides expertise at the scene to staff during investigations or media presence.
Evaluates staff performance in the clinic to ensure adherence to animal laws, ordinances, etc.
Assists with and commutes to emergency animal shelters in the event of emergency evacuations.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Four (4) years of managerial experience.
Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
Applicant Information
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of animal care procedures, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances dealing with animal care activities.
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
Knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
Ability to develop animal care procedures and policies.
Ability to respond rapidly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to direct activities of a large number of employees.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff members.
Ability to exercise initiative, judgment and diplomacy in all animal care and control related matters to include facility and field operations.
Ability to formulate new techniques and strategies for more efficient operation of the facility and field operations.
Ability to prepare and present comprehensive studies and reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, co-workers, management, and the public.
Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp
Note:
Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.