Animal Care Supervisor (Field Operations)
Under general direction, is responsible for planning, coordinating, and scheduling within the assigned division. Trains and oversees assigned employees. Uses independent judgment to work with the public, coworkers, and subordinates. Working conditions are in an office environment with frequent visits to outdoor sites and exposure to temperature variations, infectious diseases, and hostile animals. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Animal Care Services - 4710 State Highway 151, San Antonio, TX 78227
Work Hours
- 7:00 AM -5:30 PM ; 1:30 PM - 12:00 AM
- Rotating schedule for the position; candidates will be expected to work nights, weekends and holidays based upon the needs of the department
Essential Job Functions
- Plans, prioritizes and assigns daily work schedule of subordinates and coordinates personnel utilization with staff.
- Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff members.
- Collects and prepares data for reports and presentations.
- Makes presentations to community groups and organizations.
- Monitors and coordinates division budget.
- Reviews reports from staff, assists on difficult cases, and assures proper follow-up action is taken.
- Prescribes forms and techniques to be used in assigned division.
- Recommends and assists in the development and implementation of department and division policies, including animal ordinance.
- Reviews and evaluates operations and procedures and recommends improvements.
- Develops and maintains positive communications and working relationships with City Departments, outside organizations, and law enforcement personnel.
- Conducts State certified training for internal and external Animal Control agencies including informational training for City departments.
- Consults with citizens and proper authorities regarding enforcement or refusal to comply with animal codes.
- Investigates complaints from citizens about stray animals, vicious animals, and animal cruelty. Testifies in court when required.
- Issues citations on animal code violations.
- Monitors radio dispatch calls.
- Conducts new-hire classroom and field training for Animal Care Officers.
- May lift and carry animals weighing up to 50 pounds to secure in cages or place on examination tables, and may assist with team lifts for animals weighing over 50 pounds.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
