Animal Protection & Control Program Manager II - Community Development

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Job Summary Program Manager II positions manage a significant program(s) and associated staff that directly impact departments and policies countywide. Incumbents are expected to handle considerable complexity in program budget process and management, and high visibility or impact on significant operations within the County. Incumbents forecast, plan, develop and implement strategies and programs to accomplish goals, priorities and objectives including: managing department resources;

developing, interpreting, monitoring, adjusting and implementing policies and procedures; and managing daily operations.
Program Manager II positions provide management services over a division/section/unit or serve as a management team leader, providing supervision and direction. Incumbents represent the department at various events such as: meetings, hearings, training, and bid openings; ensures that department goals, views and positions are served; responds to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints and resolves operational and policy issues.
Incumbent establish precedent for work of the program and at this level care is exercised in evaluating political and policy ramifications in terms of the unit, department, County and program(s). Specific duties vary based on department of assignment and range of responsibilities.
The manager is responsible to coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations of staff engaged in field patrol services, enforcement of animal licensing services, animal cruelty investigations, dangerous/vicious dog investigations, animal facility inspections, and community outreach. This position provides daily case management guidance, direction, and support to Animal Control Officers who encounter a wide variety of calls for service involving domestic animals and livestock.
This position may be available for a Hybrid schedule (OR/WA Only).# Qualifications
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* Education and Experience:

**** Program Manager II positions typically require a job related Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree; and/or a combination of experience and specialized training which includes a minimum of five (5) years experience within the assigned area.
**** Knowledge of:
**** The principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations;  project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; methods and procedures of budget development and justification; application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program area which include animal laws in the state of Washington; analysis and evaluation of policies, procedures, public information, and service delivery issues;

local and state lawmaking processes; research methods and techniques; trends and practices within the specialized area; and personal computer applications and usage.
**** Ability to:
**** Effectively plan, direct, and delegate program components; assign, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; delegate  responsibility and authority to carry out policy directives of the governing authority in an effective and timely manner; write clear and concise reports, memoranda, and letters; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and formulate recommendations; utilize various PC applications at an advanced level;

interpret and explain policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff.  Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
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Special Requirements :
**** Some positions require a valid driver’s license and a successful criminal background check as required by law. The Animal Protection and Control program provides services 7 days a week. Weekend and after hour calls are possible and can vary depending…