Animal Shelter Operations Supervisor

City of Grand Prairie; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grand Prairie is seeking a dedicated Shelter Operations Supervisor to manage the animal shelter, ensure humane care, and enforce city ordinances. You will lead staff, coordinate adoptions, handle inquiries, and supervise budget and records.

Responsibilities include directing daily shelter activities, ensuring compliance with laws, and conducting training and evaluations while supporting volunteers and the community.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Two years experience in animal services or related.
• Certifications: Basic Animal Control, Advanced Animal Control, Euthanasia Technician, Rabies Control, Texas Class C Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Oversee shelter operations and cleanliness; direct personnel; answer questions; assist customers with adoption, RTO, and drop-off processes; handle complaints.
• Maintain awareness and compliance with ordinances, public health codes, and state laws.
• Communicate with medical staff; supervise enrichment and inventory of food, supplies, and medical items.
• Recruit, hire, supervise, promote, train, discipline, and evaluate shelter employees; provide ongoing feedback.
• Develop SOPs; assist with budget; maintain records; supervise volunteers.
• Assess animals for humane euthanasia when necessary.

Job description

The City of Grand Prairie is seeking a dedicated Shelter Operations Supervisor to manage the animal shelter, ensure humane care, and enforce city ordinances. You will lead staff, coordinate adoptions, handle inquiries, and supervise budget and records.

Responsibilities include directing daily shelter activities, ensuring compliance with laws, and conducting training and evaluations while supporting volunteers and the community.