Animal Shelter Manager

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Stafford County, VA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 03809

Department : Sheriff

Division : Animal Control

Opening Date : 02 / 18 / 2025

Starting Salary : See Job Description

Job Description

Animal Shelter Manager

Hiring Range : $76,044.80 - $83,649.28

Prior related experience and internal equity factors will be considered when determining

the final hourly rate offered to the selected candidate.

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GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK :

Under limited supervision, is responsible for providing leadership, direction and administration of Shelter operations. Manages personnel to ensure humane handling conditions, a safe and sanitary environment for the animals and people, and compliance with state and federal laws. Responsibilities may include revising and developing procedures to ensure compliance with regulations; reviewing and approving purchases and establishing operational goals. Work involves encouraging the expansion of existing programs and the establishment of all new programs. Reports to Division Captain.

Examples of Duties

• Oversees the daily operations of the animal shelter including, supervising, training and mentoring staff and the adoption, redemption and euthanasia of animals
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to the operation of an animal shelter in the Commonwealth of Virginia pursuant to State code and local ordinance
• Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with local, state and regional agencies, special interest groups and other relevant animal care, animal management and rescue stakeholders
• Ensures staff can accurately identify animal health issues, identify and provide appropriate treatments and rehabilitative care
• Implements operations policies and procedures while coordinating and inspecting daily work activities
• Completes monthly, quarterly, yearly and biannual reports and records as required by regulating authorities
• Monitors revenue and expenses pertaining to the annual budget with an emphasis on responsible stewardship and maximizing benefits to shelter animals and the community
• Researches and pursues various non-budgeted funding opportunities to expand the effectiveness of adoptions, outreach, animal care and similar programs
• Approves Private Animal Shelters and Releasing Agencies to transfer animals to and oversees and recruits foster families and groups
• Coordinates with veterinarians regarding specific animal health issues
• Oversees the quarantine of animals that have bitten humans and are impounded at the shelter
• Manages, performs or assists in the euthanasia of animals including maintaining proper documentation and policy methodology
• Ensures that drugs and FDA controlled substances are properly used and that inventory control is maintained
• Oversees the social media site and County website promoting adoptions, lost & found and general information
• Assists in the hiring and evaluating of shelter staff
• Mentors, coaches, and engages in proactive team building for all personnel, volunteers, and community partners to keep the shelter progressive in meeting the needs of the animals and citizens served
• Ensures the safety, sanitation and general maintenance of the facility - inspects shelter for needed repairs and coordinates work as necessary
• Maintains and updates disaster response plans for animal shelter
• Works cooperatively with the Virginia Dept. of Agriculture on annual inspections
• Oversees and coordinates the spay / neuter program and County rabies clinic
• Dispatches citizen complaint calls to animal control officers
• Prepares deposits for Treasurers office and conducts routine audits
• As needed, provides care, feeding and cleaning of animals and cleans and maintains shelter kennels, cages, equipment
• Performs other related tasks as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education and Experience

OR : Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

The selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the hiring process which may include an interview, fingerprint and criminal history check, polygraph, background investigation and pre-employment medical exam to include drug and alcohol testing

Certification to humanely euthanize animals required

Possession of a valid driver's license and proof of acceptable driving record compliant with County

policy such as to allow operation of County vehicles

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including shift work, weekends, holidays or on call

Shelter Manager is considered essential personnel and must have the ability to report to work in emergency conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT :

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; and some work requiring the lifting or dragging, for short distances, of 100 pounds of force occasionally; up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions; i.e., extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, hazards and atmospheric conditions.

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Note : All employees are required to have direct deposit of their bi-weekly paychecks into one or more financial institution(s) of their choice. Information must be presented at time of hire.

Proper Identification must be shown at time of hire in order to complete the necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.

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I have read, understand and acknowledge the following reasons may cause me to fail the application process : Dishonesty- omitting or failing to disclose anything on paperwork or verbally will always cause a disqualificationAttention to Detail- not fully completing paperwork or caring about personal appearanceNot Meeting Obligations - arriving late or forgetting appointmentsLack of Soft Skills - Unable to shake hands, make eye contact, or finish a sentence

Please summarize your animal care and shelter management experience :

Do you have a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role?

Have you previously applied with the Stafford County Sheriff's Office?

Since the age of 18, have you ever been convicted of a crime to include any traffic offenses? (A conviction will not necessarily disqualify you for employment. Rather, such factors as age and date of conviction, seriousness and nature of crime and rehabilitation will be considered. If yes, please explain.

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Salary : $76,045 - $83,649