Assistant General Manager - Animal Services

$81,127 - $101,409/Yr

State Of Texas - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Assistant General Manager - Animal Services plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing the animal services operations for the City of Dallas. This position involves directing personnel, ensuring compliance with regulations, and optimizing operations to provide effective animal services to the community. The role requires collaboration with the General Manager to establish goals, manage budgets, and evaluate program activities, all while maintaining a focus on humane animal handling and community needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and oversight of all animal services for the City of Dallas.
• Work with the General Manager to establish and implement short and long-range plans, goals, and objectives for the Animal Services division.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the budget for the division.
• Oversee compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations for animal handling and services.
• Evaluate and review program activities and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage facilities, vehicles, and equipment to ensure effective administration of programs.
• Represent the division and communicate with executive stakeholders and staff regarding productivity reports and program success metrics.
• Perform any other work as needed or assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Seven years of experience in management of staff and/or program management, developing/maintaining Standard Operating Procedures, and customer service.
• Two years of animal-related field experience, preferably in animal shelter, veterinary clinic, or zoo/aquarium.
• Two years of supervisory/management experience.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Basic Animal Control Officer certification from Texas Department of State Health Services within the probationary period.
• Euthanasia certification from Texas Department of State Health Services within the probationary period.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance