BARC SHELTER SUPERVISOR (Medical Division)

City-of-Houston,-T; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Shelter Supervisor (Medical Division) to lead Medical Services and a team of Senior Animal Care Technicians in the BARC Animal Shelter. Responsibilities include overseeing intake, adoptions, wellness clinics, surgery suite, and medical processes, while coordinating with staff to ensure timely rescue and well-being of animals.

The role manages budgets, maintains records and policies, and works with others to meet revenue and service goals.

Qualifications

• Four years of leadership or administrative experience.
• Experience in animal care or shelter operations preferred.
• Strong budgeting and policy implementation skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Medical Services and Senior Animal Care Technicians.
• Oversee intake, adoption, wellness clinic, and surgery areas.
• Maintain shelter records and inventory; ensure proper procedures.
• Assist in budget preparation and policy development.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Administrative oversight

Education

Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

BARC SHELTER SUPERVISOR (Medical Division)

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Job Classification: BARC SHELTER SUPERVISOR (Medical Division)

Posting Number: 39605

Department: Administration & Regulatory Affairs

Division: BARC Animal Shelter and Adoptions

Workdays & Hours: Sunday -Thursday 9AM - 6PM **Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supervises the operations and activities of the Medical Services, including the work of Senior Animal Care Technicians (Medical) in the humane care and sheltering of animals within the facility. Supervises section, schedules and reviews work, and trains and evaluates employees. Interviews job applicants, conducts internal audits and oversees corrective discipline processes; maintains personnel attendance records. Overseas, along with other shelter supervisors, the daily operations of the intake process, adoption process, wellness clinic, surgery suite, euthanasia and medical processes at BARC. Coordinates with other personnel to facilitate adoption/rescue of animals in a timely manner. Ensures accuracy of animal shelter management system/database. Participates in preparation and administration of budget. Ensures accuracy and manages daily shelter inventory. Writes and implements policies and procedures. Participate in making adjustments to meet the revenue needs. Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. In some cases, the position may require extensive, near-continuous physical exertion such as repeated lifting of very heavy objects (more than 80 pounds), deep bending, climbing steps and/or assuming awkward positions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:
An Associate’s degree in Veterinary Technology, Animal Science, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
Additional education beyond the Associate degree level may be substituted for up to two years of the experience requirement.
EXPERIENCE:
Four years of experience in a leadership, customer service, or administrative role, or related experience is required.
Additional experience in an animal care role may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis, with a limit of two years.
LICENSE
A valid Texas Driver License and compliance with the City of Houston’s policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. **

Preferences shall be given to those with the following qualities:

• Must be Euthanasia Certified or obtain an euthanasia certification within one of year of employment.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALES INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE: 22

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-0450). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.