Animal Control Technician Supervisor

Sumter County Economic Development; Wildwood (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a government organization focused on animal welfare as an Animal Control Technician. You will supervise shelter staff, enforce animal control laws, and ensure the care of domestic animals and livestock, which plays a crucial role in maintaining community safety and welfare.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Paid Holidays and educational assistance

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited college or university preferred.
• Two years’ experience as an Animal Control Technician required.
• Three years of supervisory experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily operations of shelter staff and ensures quality control.
• Enforces safety regulations and responds to emergencies.
• Maintains records and serves court as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of animal behavior

Effective communication

Ability to enforce laws

Ability to work under stress

Ability to maintain sanitary conditions

Education

Associate Degree in Veterinary Science, Business Management, Biological Science

Job description

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs specialized work involving the supervision of all aspects of Animal Services shelter operations. Under the direction of the Animal Services Manager, assists in planning and implementing an approved animal services program. Responsible for the care and keeping of domestic animals and livestock to maintain public safety and welfare.

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs specialized work involving the supervision of all aspects of Animal Services shelter operations. Under the direction of the Animal Services Manager, assists in planning and implementing an approved animal services program. Responsible for the care and keeping of domestic animals and livestock to maintain public safety and welfare.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises and monitors the daily operations of shelter staff. Monitors scheduling, procedures, and quality control for Animal Services activities. Prepares performance evaluations for Animal Services staff and provides training of Animal Control Technicians.
• Performs duties as required to ensure effective shelter operations. Prepares staff schedules to ensure regular 24-hour/day, 7-days/week, 365-days/year on-call rotation.
• Enforces strict adherence to safety regulations and safe work practices, particularly in handling animals and the operation of vehicles.
• Investigates internal complaints and violations, ensures action is taken to comply with laws and ordinances. Maintains records and ensures accurate reporting of all Animal Services activities.
• May be assigned to rescue coordination: Assist in coordinating with humane rescue organizations, fosters and veterinarians to increase positive outcomes for domestic animals and livestock.
• May be assigned to enrichment coordination: Organizes, administers and documents dog playgroups. Coordinates best animal training practices and trains technicians in their use. Uses training and experience to discern animal behaviors.
• Performs various research activities, develops and completes all related reports.
• Assist in developing and monitoring Animal Services' five (5) year plan, budget, activity, goals, and objectives and monitoring progress to ensure compliance.
• Use department software systems and other data sets to review customer needs and trends to recommend improvements.
• In case of an emergency or crisis (hurricane, flood, etc.), the position is required to respond/perform recovery duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
• Maintains regular physical attendance during normal work hours as assigned at one of the county's offices or work facilities. 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.)

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of State and County animal control ordinances, regulations, animal care procedures, and policies of the Division and Board of County Commissioners.
• Knowledge of chemical capture, trapping, snaring, 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 establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the general public, co-workers, members of law enforcement, elected and appointed officials, and members of a diverse cultural background.
• Ability to deal with, 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 various 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 is preferred.
• Two (2) years’ experience as an Animal Control Technician or in a similar capacity.
• Three (3) years of 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 the insurance provider.
• Must possess and maintain certification as Euthanasia Technician or obtain certification within six (6) months of employment.
• Must possess or obtain the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications within six (6) months of employment.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) training related to animals and livestock. (Preferred)
• Must possess and maintain certification for Chemical Immobilization or obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Must possess and maintain certification for Bite Stick, or obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Must possess and maintain certification for Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray or obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.
  
  

Supplemental Information

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 and maneuver 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 10/01/2024

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Sumter County employees with full-time status are eligible to receive medical, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance benefits. Vision, dependent coverage, and additional voluntary insurance benefits are available through payroll deduction at the employee’s expense. Sumter County participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and contributes based on current legislative requirements. Additional benefits include 11 Paid Holidays, paid time off (PTO), and educational assistance reimbursement.

01

Do you have a highschool diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you have two (2) years’ experience as an Animal Control Technician or in a similar capacity?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have three (3) years of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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