Share Email Opening Title Animal Control Supervisor  Category Animal Services   Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Performs specialized work involving the supervision of all aspects of Animal Control operations. Under the direction of the Animal Services and Mosquito Control Superintendent assists in the planning and implementing an approved animal control program. Responsible for enforcement of laws governing the care and keeping of domestic animals and livestock in an effort to maintain public safety and welfare. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Supervises and monitors daily operations of Animal Control Officers. Monitors scheduling, procedures, and quality control for animal control activities. Prepares performance evaluations and assists in the hiring process. Performs duties as required to control emergencies related to animal control ordinances and statutes. Prepares staff schedules to ensure regular 24-hour/day, 7 days/week, 365-day/year on-call rotation, and ensure a response time within 60 minutes of dispatch. Enforces strict adherence to safety regulations and safe work practices, particularly in the handling of animals and the operation of vehicles. Investigates complaints and violations, ensures action is taken to comply with laws and ordinances. Maintains records and ensures accurate reporting of all animal control activities. Supervises and participates in animal cruelty investigations. Assist in the development of Animal Control Services five (5) year plan, goals and objectives and monitors progress in achieving them. Assists in the development and monitors Animal Control Services five (5) year budget and activity to ensure compliance with the approved annual budget. Performs various research activities, develops and completes all related reports. Use of department software systems and other data sets to review customer needs and trends in order to make service improvement recommendations. In case of emergency or crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.) position is required to respond/perform recovery duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. Employees hired on or after February 1, 2016, must be a tobacco-free person, both on and off the job, for at least 1 year immediately preceding application and maintain same tobacco-free status throughout the term of employment. Maintains regular attendance. Performs related duties 24 hours a day as required to control emergencies related to animal control ordinances and statutes providing management assistance as needed. (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)   Position Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of State and County animal control ordinances, regulations, animal care procedures and policies of the Services Division, and Board of County Commissioners. Knowledge of chemical capture, trapping, ensnaring, handling, transporting, and caring for animals and sufficient knowledge to distinguish between various breeds of animals for proper identification. Knowledge of animal behavior and animal diseases sufficient to recognize normal and abnormal behavior in domestic and wild animals. Ability to use a computer. Ability to work alone or with others and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the general public, co-workers, members of law enforcement, elected and appointed officials, as well as members of a diverse cultural background. Ability to deal with and educate the public and enforce laws impartially, firmly and tactfully. Ability to maintain sanitary conditions of kennels, vehicles, and equipment. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to prepare written reports. Ability to interpret or use a variety of instructions, legal or public rights terminology and language, animal behavior and animal diseases. Ability to offer accurate testimony in court proceedings, civil actions and before hearing officers. Ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape. Ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using machinery and equipment. Ability to deal with people and animals under stress. Ability to respond on scene to after hours and weekend calls within sixty (60) minutes. Experience operating a pickup truck and trailer towing and maneuvering. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate Degree in Veterinary Science, Business Management, Biological Science or a closely related field. Three (3) years experience as an Animal Control Officer. Four (4) years supervisory experience. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Valid Florida Driver’s License of the correct class for the vehicle driven, and a driving record acceptable to insurance provider. Must possess and maintain certification as Certified Animal Control Officer in the State of Florida. Must possess and maintain certification as Euthanasia Technician or obtain certification by taking next scheduled State certified euthanasia course. Must possess and maintain certification for Chemical Immobilization and OC Spray, or obtain certification by taking next scheduled State certified course. Must have the ability to maintain a State of Florida Pharmaceutical License. Additional certifications as National Animal Control Officer, National Cruelty Investigator, and National Equine Investigator preferred. National Incident Management System (NIMS) training related to animals and livestock preferred? ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS: Acceptable vision (with or without correction) for night driving/working Acceptable hearing (with or without correction) Heavy lifting and carrying (over 50 pounds) Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform job requirements Walking Running Jumping Pushing Pulling Standing Kneeling Bending Stooping Crawling Climbing Must be able to drive a truck towing a livestock or horse trailer? VACCINATIONS: Hepatitis A within sixty (60) days of employment Hepatitis B within sixty (60) days of employment Pre-exposure Rabies within sixty (60) days of employment Tetanus within sixty (60) days of employment ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside in varying weather conditions with noise and dust; Works on uneven, slippery surfaces and heights; Works with animals, including flea/tick-infested areas, dead and diseased animals; Works with moving objects and vehicles; Works in stressful situations.? Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. FLSA Non - Exempt Status Revised 10/01/2019   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Salary Range Salary range is $21.47 - $30.67. Commensurate with experience and licenses. Benefits package.   Closing Date 03/16/2020   Position Animal Control Supervisor   Division Animal Services   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Open Date 2/17/2020   Location Animal Services and Mosquito Control   Flyer None Specified  This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://SumterCounty.appone.com

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