Animal Control Chief

Okaloosa County•County Wide, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs administrative and management duties associated with the day-to-day operation of the animal control unit and applicable animal shelter services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Animal Science, Veterinary or closely related field; supplemented by four (4) years of progressively responsible management experience to include planning, goal setting, budget and operations; two (2) years of which shall be in a supervisory/management capacity; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Animal Control or Shelter services experience is required.
Requires a valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

Florida approved Euthanasia Technician certification course in accordance with Florida law (F.S. 828.055) is preferred.
Florida Animal Control Association approved Animal Control Officer Certification in accordance with Florida law (F.S. 828.27) is preferred.
Bite Stick and Pepper Spray Certification, Animal Cruelty Investigations Class, and Chemical Capture Class is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises and manages staff to include assignment, scheduling, interviewing/hiring, training and development, and discipline.
Monitors budget expenditures; provides input during annual budget process.
Participates in the development and implementation of department policies and procedures to ensure enforcement of applicable rules and regulations governing animal services; ensures all staff is trained.
Manages and coordinates the foster, volunteer, surgical and other departmental programs.
Works with contracted veterinarian to ensure proper protocols are followed by medical staff.
Works closely with the County Health Department in rabies control and investigation of animal bites; directs the investigation of dangerous god and animal cruelty cases; appears and testifies in court regarding violations when needed.
Prepares and delivers educational programs and lectures to various civic organizations, law enforcement agencies, news media and schools in an effort to educate the public in proper animal ownership when necessary.
Facilitates fundraising efforts; completes grant applications; ensures the appropriate expenditure of grant funds.
Works with public information office on social media outreach.
Prepares and submits reports on department activities and projects; provides status updates and prepares affidavits.
Manages the county pet friendly shelter during emergencies/disasters.
Interacts with the public in an effective and courteous manner; demonstrates commitment to our mission, vision, values and goals and represent the County in a professional, dignified manner at all times both in actions and appearance.
May have a role in the County’s disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts, as designated in the County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan; may be required to work before, during and/or after an emergency.
Performs other duties as assigned.