Animal Services Supervisor

The Animal Services Supervisor shares responsibility for overseeing the daily operations and services of the animal shelter and implementing programs that support the humane care, treatment, sheltering, and adoption of animals. 

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely produce the qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for an Animal Services Supervisor.  A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is possession of a High School diploma or GED and five (5) years or more of experience in animal care and shelter environment involving care, handling, sheltering and adoption with at least two (2) years’ experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.  Additional coursework or training in animal science, animal behavior, public relations, or related field is desirable. 

License/Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class “C” California driver’s license.
• Possession of State of California euthanization certificate.

When Assigned to Care:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, certification in Animal Behavior or Professional Canine Training within the first twelve (12) months of employment. 

Other Requirements:

• Participate with the required City’s Adjusted Workweek Schedule and other assignments, such as working weekends, holidays, nights, rotating shifts, respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours, and pre-designated days in order to provide customer service to the community.