Animal Services Division Director – Disaster-Ready Ops

BOCC Bay County Board of County Commissioners; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

BOCC Bay County Board of County Commissioners in Panama City, Florida, seeks an experienced Animal Services Director to oversee shelter operations, field services, licensing, and outreach. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 10 years in animal services with 5 years in supervision, plus strong leadership and budget management.

You will coordinate with law enforcement, public health, and community partners to improve adoptions and animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 10 years in animal services with at least 5 years in supervision.
• Equivalent combination of education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily operations for Animal Services including shelter, field services, licensing, and outreach.
• Plans and directs staff, schedules, and performance reviews.
• Develops grants and partners to drive adoptions and humane education.
• Represents Animal Services at public functions and coordinates with other agencies.

Skills

Project management

Staff supervision

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, animal science, veterinary technology, public health, nonprofit management, or closely related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

BOCC Bay County Board of County Commissioners in Panama City, Florida, seeks an experienced Animal Services Director to oversee shelter operations, field services, licensing, and outreach. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 10 years in animal services with 5 years in supervision, plus strong leadership and budget management.

You will coordinate with law enforcement, public health, and community partners to improve adoptions and animal welfare.