Jpaws Manager (6620)
About The Position
Under general supervision of the Director, employee performs highly responsible managerial, supervisory, and administrative work in oversight of programs or operations for the Eastbank & Westbank JPAWS facilities. For the Program vacancy, employee directly supervises the divisions of Behavior Specialist and Transport Coordinator. Oversee the development, implementation of enrichment & training programs to improve animal health & adoptability. Together with the Behaviorist, create & innovate best practices to develop the future state of the behavioral program & initiatives. Works with & handles animals of varying species, size & temperament daily in a caring, safe, & respectful manner. Adhere to all safety, training, handling & transportation protocols in order to ensure that the departments environment is safe for animals, the public, volunteers & other employees. For the Animal Operations vacancy, employee directly supervises the divisions of Care, Front, & Humane and Medical Coordination. Performs daily oversight ensuring all animals receive proper feeding, sanitation, and humane care. Collaborates with Veterinarians and Medical Division staff to schedule and track vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, emergency medical treatments. Manages records processes related to animal intake, transfers, evaluation, euthanasia when necessary. Reads, understands, and adheres to the standard operating procedures and departmental budget provided by the Director. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or their designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
Requirements
- Meets one of the following: I. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or major coursework (successful completion of at least 30 credit hours) from an accredited college or university in Animal Science, Animal Health, Biology, Veterinary Technology, Zoology, or a related field; PLUS , one (1) year of supervisory experience overseeing the welfare of animals AND significant (approximately 1 year) paid work experience in an animal facility setting. II. Possession of an Associate’s degree or major coursework (successful completion of at least 15 credit hours) from an accredited college or university in Animal Science, Animal Health, Biology, Veterinary Technology, Zoology, or a related field; PLUS , one (1) year of supervisory experience overseeing the welfare of animals AND considerable (approximately 3 years) paid work experience in animal facility setting. III. Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent certificate; PLUS , one (1) year of supervisory experience overseeing the welfare of animals AND extensive (approximately 5 years) paid work experience in an animal facility setting.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
Nice To Haves
- Possession of a Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) credential.
Responsibilities
- Directly supervises the divisions of Behavior Specialist and Transport Coordinator.
- Oversee the development, implementation of enrichment & training programs to improve animal health & adoptability.
- Create & innovate best practices to develop the future state of the behavioral program & initiatives.
- Works with & handles animals of varying species, size & temperament daily in a caring, safe, & respectful manner.
- Adhere to all safety, training, handling & transportation protocols.
- Directly supervises the divisions of Care, Front, & Humane and Medical Coordination.
- Performs daily oversight ensuring all animals receive proper feeding, sanitation, and humane care.
- Collaborates with Veterinarians and Medical Division staff to schedule and track vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, emergency medical treatments.
- Manages records processes related to animal intake, transfers, evaluation, euthanasia when necessary.
- Reads, understands, and adheres to the standard operating procedures and departmental budget provided by the Director.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
