Animal Services Supervisor

Animal Services Supervisor

The Fremont Police Department is recruiting for the position of Animal Services Supervisor. This recruitment will remain open until filled; applications are reviewed upon submission. This recruitment may close without notice after this date, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

About the Fremont Police Department Fremont Police Department is the law enforcement agency for the City of Fremont, California. As of 2024, the department consists of over 300 staff, of which more than 200 are sworn personnel, and more than 100 are professional staff. Fremont Police Department was first established under the direction of Chief Richard

E. Condon on July 1, 1958. At that time, it was staffed by one Lieutenant, three Sergeants, two investigators, one juvenile officer, 17 patrol officers, a secretary, and a clerk. By the end of 1958, there were a total of 25 officers serving a population of 29,000 people in the City of Fremont. In 1966, Fremont PD grew to 82 officers, serving a population of 88,000.

The department continues to grow as demand for services increased. Today, Fremont Police Department is one of the most reputable police agencies in the State, serving the 4th largest city in the Bay Area.

Review of Applications This recruitment will remain open until filled; applications are reviewed upon submission. This recruitment may close without notice so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume, completed application, and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted to be considered for this opportunity. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

Selection Process The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, pre-employment medical exam and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling  or emailing human resources.

Contact Us For additional information, please email Human Resources at Mcha.

Animal Services Supervisor Specification Definition Under direction, supervises and participates in the work of the field and/or animal shelter section of Animal Services Administration of the Police Department; may supervise operations in the absence of the Administrator; and performs related duties as required.

Class Characteristics This is the non-management, working supervisory level classification in the Animal Services Officer classification series, reporting to an Administrator. Incumbents are assigned to the field services section of Animal Services. The Administrator sets assignments and objectives for the incumbent. Work methodology is the responsibility of the employee within established policies, rules, and/or regulations. Work review is periodic to assure conformance and measure results, or upon employee initiation when significant changes from past procedures, or policy issues are involved.

It is distinguished from the Administrator classification by the latter's responsibility to manage the activities of Animal Services. It is distinguished from the next lower level of Animal Services Officer by the latter's responsibility to perform fully qualified journey level animal control work in the field and in the animal shelter. Depending upon assignment, incumbents of positions in this classification work either in the animal shelter or in the field.

All Assignments:

• Organizes, schedules, assigns, reviews, and participates in the performance of work.
• Evaluates and disciplines assigned staff.
• Reviews and provides solutions to technical issues and problems.
• Provides technical training in laws, rules, regulations, processes and procedures related to the administration of the City's animal services program.
• Reviews operations, field developments, and productivity records.
• Determines where improvements can be made and recommends and implements changes.
• Monitors work for adherence to professional and mandated standards, completeness, accuracy and timeliness.
• Investigates state and municipal code violations in the area of animal service and takes enforcement action.
• Collects evidence and obtains statements.
• Provides input in the budget process.
• Prepares complex written reports.
• Receives and responds to phone and radio calls.
• Dispatches calls for service.
• Testifies in administrative hearings and court proceedings for violations of local and state…