Animal Services Supervisor

Animal Services Supervisor

The Fremont Police Department is recruiting for the position of Animal Services Supervisor. This recruitment will remain open until filled; applications are reviewed upon submission. This recruitment may close without notice so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

A resume, completed application, and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted to be considered for this opportunity. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online.

The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, pre-employment medical exam and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov.

For additional information, please email Human Resources at Mcha@fremont.gov.

Under direction, supervises and participates in the work of the field and/or animal shelter section of Animal Services Administration of the Police Department; may supervise operations in the absence of the Administrator; and performs related duties as required.

This is the non-management, working supervisory level classification in the Animal Services Officer classification series, reporting to an Administrator. Incumbents are assigned to the field services section of Animal Services. The Administrator sets assignments and objectives for the incumbent. Work methodology is the responsibility of the employee within established policies, rules, and/or regulations. Work review is periodic to assure conformance and measure results, or upon employee initiation when significant changes from past procedures, or policy issues are involved. It is distinguished from the Administrator classification by the latter's responsibility to manage the activities of Animal Services. It is distinguished from the next lower level of Animal Services Officer by the latter's responsibility to perform fully qualified journey level animal control work in the field and in the animal shelter.

Depending upon assignment, incumbents of positions in this classification work either in the animal shelter or in the field.

Knowledge of: Laws, rules, and regulations related to animal control activities and animal shelter maintenance; cat, dog and other domestic animal characteristics; general animal behavior and physiology; sanitization protocols for proper kennel and cage cleaning; animal euthanasia by injection; rabies and other zoonotic diseases; recognition and response to common diseases; report writing; court and administrative hearing procedures; and safe work practices; principles and practices of training and supervision; work scheduling; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and percents. Skill to: Operate radio dispatching equipment; lift and carry live and dead weights; use a tranquilizer gun; vaccinate and administer oral medications; and operate a motor vehicle. Ability to: Plan, organize, supervise and participate in the work of other animal services staff; participate in the hiring process; conduct performance evaluations; recommend, sign, and implement discipline; train subordinates; receive and respond to public service requests; communicate effectively with individuals from a variety of ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds; read and prepare complex technical reports; identify problems, analyze alternatives and arrive at logical decisions in emergency situations; hear standard radio communications traffic; lift and carry animals; handle frightened, vicious and difficult to handle animals patiently and compassionately; perform cage cleaning; handle sick, injured, vicious or dangerous and dead animals; perform euthanasia on animals; tolerate the cleanup/handling of animal parts, blood, feces and fluids; learn, interpret, and administer City and State laws, ordinances and regulations; investigate violations of applicable law, compile facts and prepare clear and concise reports; and represent the City in cases of violation of animal control laws. Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be: College level course work in Administration of Justice and/or Veterinary Technology and four years of progressively responsible animal control experience with a city, county, or humane society. Experience as a lead worker and/or supervisor and/or a two-year college degree in Animal Health Technology or Administration of Justice is highly desirable. This classification requires possession of a Class C Driver License. Failure to maintain this license will result in discipline up to and including termination. Possession of valid certificates in Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and successful completion of a Penal Code 832 course within first year of employment. State certification to perform euthanasia is required prior to employment. Possession of a valid Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certificate may be substituted for one year of the above stated experience requirement. May be required to work weekends, holidays, nights, and rotating shifts; respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours; wear a uniform.