Director of Animal Control & Shelter Operations

Stokes; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Stokes County seeks an experienced Animal Control Supervisor to lead the Animal Control Department, supervise staff, and coordinate operations to protect people and animals in the community.

The role requires strong knowledge of animal control ordinances, safe handling of animals, and the ability to train staff, manage records, and respond to emergencies, including after-hours calls. Certification in euthanasia and a valid NC license are desirable.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the Animal Control Ordinance and related state regulations.
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Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Animal Shelter Manager to ensure the daily operations of the Animal Control Department function properly.
• Plans subordinate daily work schedule.
• Investigates complaints about stray or rabid animals, euthanizes stray and rabid animals.
• Enforces policies regarding vaccination of dogs and cats.
• Cares for wounded animals; transports sick, injured animals.
• Patrols in county-owned vehicle to locate unvaccinated or troublesome stray animals, uses suitable techniques for capturing and confining animals.
• Destroys diseased, vicious, and unclaimed animals in the prescribed manner.
• Assists in the preparation of an annual budget recommendation and its supporting information.
• Receives emergency calls at night, on weekends or on holidays as necessary.
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness of the shelter feeds and cares for impounded animals.
• Trains and supervises less experienced employees, reviews performance of subordinate.
• Utilizes firearms, including rifles, only when necessary for the humane euthanasia of animals or to address an immediate threat to public safety, in accordance with applicable laws, County policies, and established safety procedures.
• Keeps daily records of activities.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Skills

Animal control ordinance knowledge

Handling animals safely

Staff supervision

Public interaction

Education

High school graduation

Job description

Stokes County seeks an experienced Animal Control Supervisor to lead the Animal Control Department, supervise staff, and coordinate operations to protect people and animals in the community.

The role requires strong knowledge of animal control ordinances, safe handling of animals, and the ability to train staff, manage records, and respond to emergencies, including after-hours calls. Certification in euthanasia and a valid NC license are desirable.