Job Description

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We are currently looking for qualified candidates for the position of Animal Services Director. Under the direction of the Chief of Police and the Administrative Captain, manages animal services operations, including personnel, budget, policies and procedures and meeting the needs of pet owners and the general public.

Essential Duties

Hire, train, motivate, direct and discipline employees. Evaluate and encourage employees. Assist in preparing and administering unit's budget. Interpret, enforce and recommend changes in City animal ordinances. Assist in development of policies and procedures and monitor to deal with changing needs. Oversee the approval of officer reports, citations and field cards. Oversee day-to-day operations in Animal Shelter. Oversee the input of information into computer for bi-weekly time sheets. Responsible for maintenance of Animal Services facility. Responsible to continually update the Chief of Police on the condition and serviceability of the facility.

Marginal Duties:

Schedule employees. Perform miscellaneous work in absence of Animal Services Officers, including cleaning kennels, humanely euthanizing animals, answering phones, assisting citizens and processing licenses. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree or two years of college education in related field preferred.

Experience:

Requires eight years related work experience with progressively increasing responsibilities including training and/or management experience.

Certifications/Licenses:

A valid Utah Driver's License

Probationary Period:

A one-year probationary period is a pre-requisite to this position.

Knowledge of:

State and Federal animal regulations; State and Local laws; both animal related and general enforcement; general knowledge of animal handling and medical care; drugs and gases used to euthanize, medicate and sedate animals; management practices including personnel supervision, budgeting and conflict intervention.

Responsibility for:

Responsible for public health and welfare in community as related to animals; responsible for animal health and welfare; preparing and overseeing the animal control budget; overseeing animal control building; responsibility for the care, condition and use of department materials, equipment, money and tools; responsibility for supervision of the Shelter Manager, Animal Services Officers and other Animal Service employees; responsibility for making decisions that affect others - what to do, when to do it and how.

Communication Skills:

Ability to professionally furnish and obtain information from other departments; regular and frequent outside contact with persons of high rank, requiring tact and judgment; requires well developed sense of strategy and timing; contact with the public presenting data that may influence important decisions; frequent contacts involving the carrying out of programs and schedules requiring influencing of others to obtain the desired result; frequent contact dealing with hostile and upset citizens; communicate effectively verbally and in writing;

Tool, Machine, Equipment Operation:

Requires regular use of a computer, printer, copier, telephone system, washerdryer and vacuum cleaner.

Analytical Ability:

Prioritize tasks; work well under pressure and impending deadlines; establish effective working relationships with employees and the public; relate well with a variety of persons under varying circumstances; ability to analyze a situation and make sound recommendations and presentations; manage human and animal behavior in crisis situations; motivate and train employees.

Working Conditions

Physical Demands: While performing duties of job, employee typically handles office equipment, objects or controls; may periodically bend, stoop or crouch; frequently has contact with employees and the public; moderate physical exertion is present due to frequent stooping, bending and kneeling; a moderate amount of lifting (up to 50 lbs.) is required. Constant attendance is required.

Work Environment: Employee will work in a generally comfortable office setting with some outdoors work; the noise level in the work environment is moderate; great mental effort is required daily; great mental pressure and fatigue exist during a normal workday due to constant exposure to deadlines and interaction with the public; constant attendance and off-duty availability is required; work requires dealing with disagreeable smells and noise; tasks can be dangerous andor unpleasant; constant exposure to death of animals.



The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation or contract rights to any person or persons. This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Note:

Applications may only be submitted online at https://jobs.citysuitehr.com/sandycity. If you don't have access to a computer you can visit Sandy City Human Resources office to apply at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Suite 310 (10000 S. 170 W) Sandy Utah. Sandy City will provide reasonable accommodations for any applicant during the examination and selection process. Sandy City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, protected veteran's status or other classes protected by applicable federal, state and local employment law. In addition, it is the City's policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. If you have special needs or questions, please call 801-568-7151. Sandy City is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must pass drug test before hire. If the position is a step position, it may be filled at a lower level.

Company Description

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Sandy City is located in beautiful Salt Lake County, Utah. Our walkable and transit-oriented city center called "The Cairns" connects mountain adventure with an active urban lifestyle. With a bustling city arts and entertainment scene, world-class mountain skiing and summer recreation, a strong network of trails and outdoor public spaces, and unsurpassed shopping and dining, Sandy City is a destination location like no other!


With low property taxes, a low crime rate, great job availability, a highly-rated school system, and excellent entertainment and recreation options, Sandy City is a great place to live and work. If you think you are ready to be a part of our community, then we encourage you to continue with this job application!

Benefits

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Health Insurance Dental Insurance Retirement Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Life Insurance Short-term Medical Leave Long-term Disability Insurance Training Opportunities Expressions of Appreciation Departmental Specific Awards Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts Tuition Assistance Programs Bereavement Leave Court Witness and Jury Duty Leave * No Social Security Deductions