APPLY BY TH 02/13/2025: Animal Services Coordinator

About the position

The Animal Services Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being of the community's furry residents by coordinating essential animal services & managing staff, both critical to Salina's Parks & Recreation's mission. This position assists in leading animal service operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing day-to-day operations & budgets, as well as fostering partnerships with local agencies to enhance animal care & control efforts. The coordinator also motivates adoption initiatives & collaborates with volunteer organizations, serving as a key community liaison that strengthens public interest & positive relations. A valid Kansas driver's license is required, along with relevant experience that ensures effective team coordination & efficient operations. Career Advancement: Animal Services Manager. On-the-Job Training: The Animal Services Coordinator's role features a comprehensive on-the-job training program curated by seasoned staff members with extensive experience in animal care & community service. Training encompasses a wide array of skills, from mastering regulatory compliance to developing community programming & managing team dynamics. This supportive environment promotes continuous growth & skill development, fostering a lasting career path within local government.

Responsibilities

• Acts as Animal Services Manager and/or Operations Manager in the absence of the Animal Services Manager and/or Operations Manager respectively; signs search warrants & issues citations in accordance with City ordinance.
• Coordinates work schedule for Animal Services Staff & volunteers; approves payroll timesheets; works with confidential information regarding personnel, operations, & actions within the office.
• Assists with budget preparation & management; oversees daily cash flow & deposits, monitors expenses; accounts for all fees & donations; coordinates division purchasing.
• Ensures office efficiency by planning & executing equipment procurement, layouts, & office systems.
• Coordinates the development & implementation of office policies by setting up & maintaining operational procedures & standards; initiates & establishes improvements in methods & procedures.
• Maintains records & compiles reports; handles correspondence; coordinates office mailings; maintains files & systems.
• Ensures inspections or investigations are in accordance with regulatory agencies.
• Coordinates & maintains the D.E.A. (Drug Enforcement Agency) standards for the handling & documentation of controlled substances.
• Confers with state & local agencies & officials concerning animal care & control methods, procedures, & issues.
• Works with the veterinarian to schedule & prepare for surgery; ensures the facility is properly supplied & ready for surgery which includes drawing up medications for surgery, injections, drawing blood, & intubation of animals.
• Performs and/or supervises euthanasia as required; investigates potential rabies & other exposures.
• Handles animal control issues as needed & applies the use of force as necessary.
• Encourages, promotes & facilitates adoptions, plans for & coordinates efforts with volunteer organizations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Module A & B of National Animal Care & Control Association training & current certification in chemical capture & proven proficiency on euthanasia methods verified & approved by a licensed veterinarian within six (6) months from start date of employment.
• Two (2) years of experience working as an Animal Control Officer or in a related field.
• Must live within 40-minute response time.
• Must possess a valid Kansas driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working as a veterinary technician is desirable.

Benefits

• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.
• Additional $1.50/hour paid for hours worked after 6:00 p.m. & before 6:00 a.m.