Community Program Manager

City of Hesperia • Hesperia, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Help shape Hesperia, where rural charm meets opportunity! Join the City of Hesperia’s Animal Control Department as a Community Program Manager and be part of a team driven by service, integrity, innovation, and efficiency. Help us create a safe, thriving community while experiencing true Hometown Hospitality. The Community Program Manager is a management classification with the overall responsibility to plan, manage, and direct the implementation of services, operations, and facilities related to the assigned department. This classification is distinguished from the Animal Services Supervisor by the indirect responsibility of the humane and care and treatment of animals. Receives direction from the Deputy City Manager/ City Clerk and/or designee, and exercises direct supervision over office and shelter professional, supervisory and administrative staff.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of responsible management level experience leading, directing, and managing employees in municipal or private sector operations.
• Three (3) years of experience in the field of humane animal care and control related duties.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• A High School diploma or GED.
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business management, zoology, animal science or a related field.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class “C” California driver’s license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, State of California euthanization certificate within one (1) year of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, California Penal Code 832 certification may be required of position.

Nice To Haves

• A Registered Veterinary License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and direct the implementation of services, operations, and facilities related to the assigned department.
• Exercise direct supervision over office and shelter professional, supervisory and administrative staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager