Animal Shelter Supervisor

About the position

The City of Sugar Land is seeking a full-time Animal Shelter Supervisor in the Animal Service Department. Our trailblazing culture focuses on our employees, our citizens and the services we provide to our community. We are a data-driven and innovative full-service municipality located approximately 20 miles southwest of downtown Houston that invests in our team and offers real opportunities for career growth. We pay our Animal Shelter Supervisor a starting salary of $71,906 - $82,700 depending on your qualifications and experience. We also offer great benefits and perks available on your first day of employment, including: City-subsidized health benefits; life and disability insurance; a variety of voluntary benefits; a robust pension plan with TMRS to set you up for a fulfilling retirement; flexible schedules and work from home opportunities; a down-to-earth casual environment and dress code; and a positive team-oriented culture stemming from a long-term commitment to innovation and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Animal Shelter and assist with the overall health and wellbeing of the animals in the care of the Animal Shelter.
• Assist with personnel vacancies and shortages within the shelter, either personally or by delegation.
• Perform daily rounds and visual checks of shelter animals; notify veterinary technician of any potential medical issues.
• Implement and update Standard Operating Procedures and processes as applicable.
• Provide leadership and oversight for the Shelter Operations division, including Kennel and Veterinary Technicians and their equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Oversee and track division performance measures, strategic projects, and other initiatives.
• Oversee and supervise staff to ensure consistency and adherence with local and state codes, laws, and regulations pertaining to the humane treatment of shelter animals.
• Required to work as an essential employee before, during, and after an emergency or disaster.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Animal Services Manager or his/her designee.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required. Prefer degree in Animal Science, Public Health Administration, or Public Administration.
• Minimum of four years of progressive experience in Shelter or Animal Control Operations.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
• Municipal or County experience preferred.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver License.
• Certified Animal Control Officer in good standing with the Texas Department of State Health Services preferred but not required.
• Certified Veterinary Technician preferred but not required.

Benefits

• City-subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance with a variety of plan options.
• City-paid Basic Life Insurance @ 1x your annual salary and Long-term Disability.
• Voluntary Vision, Supplemental Life Coverage (for you and your family), Aflac indemnity plans such as Accident, Cancer, Hospitalization and Critical Illness, Short Term Disability and pre-paid legal benefits through Legal Shield.
• 9 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays to use at your discretion.
• A generous vacation package with accruals starting on day 1.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• A robust pension plan with TMRS includes your 7% contribution with 2:1 match by the City.
• You won't contribute to Social Security, but you can further your retirement income by contributing to a Deferred Compensation (457b) plan.
• Longevity pay for each month of service after your first 13 months of employment.
• On-site Wellness facilities and programming (mind, body spirit & financial preparedness).
• Access to multiple mental health benefits and resources, including a robust EAP.