Animal Welfare Operations Lead

Jefferson-Parish; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish is seeking qualified applicants for a supervisory role within the Jefferson Protection and Animal Welfare Services. The position will oversee Humane Officers, coordinate animal transport logistics, and guide enrichment programs to ensure humane care for all animals in our jurisdiction.

Responsibilities include training staff, assisting with court duties, and managing daily operations at the JPAWS facility to guarantee safety, welfare, and a high standard of animal care across

Qualifications

• Meets at least ONE of the following:
• I. Current employment and permanent civil service status with Jefferson Parish; PLUS, one year and six months of paid work experience in a classification within the Jefferson Protection & Animal Welfare Services department providing administrative support.
• II. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate; PLUS, one year of paid work experience in a supervisory capacity at an animal facility overseeing facility operations, animal control, animal transportation logistics, emergency management, or veterinary medicine.
• III. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate; PLUS, two years of paid work experience in one of: (i) investigating animal-related complaints and collecting stray, uncontrolled and/or diseased animals, (ii) coordinating transportation schedules, conducting animal transfers, creating rescue partnerships, and/or managing logistics, (iii) the care and handling of animals in a veterinary setting, performing complete intakes, and/or administering medications and vaccines.
• IV. Possession of an Associate’s degree or major coursework (the successful completion of at least 15 credit hours) from an accredited college or university in Animal Health Care, Animal Behavior/Science, Animal Policy and Advocacy, Humane Leadership, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate staff of Humane Officers engaged in investigation of complaints and impounding of stray, uncontrolled, or diseased animals.
• Oversee promotion and facilitation of pet transports/transfers; supervise enrichment and training programs to improve animal health and adaptability.
• Directly lead, develop, oversee and evaluate the animal behavior and enrichment teams and processes to ensure an exceptional experience for the animals.
• Train, guide and direct officers; assist with court duties and other animal-related activities; may supervise JPAWS Care Attendants.
• Responsible for daily operations of the JPAWS facility, ensuring humane treatment, safety and welfare of all animals under care.

Job description

Jefferson Parish is seeking qualified applicants for a supervisory role within the Jefferson Protection and Animal Welfare Services. The position will oversee Humane Officers, coordinate animal transport logistics, and guide enrichment programs to ensure humane care for all animals in our jurisdiction.

Responsibilities include training staff, assisting with court duties, and managing daily operations at the JPAWS facility to guarantee safety, welfare, and a high standard of animal care across