Animal Shelter Manager Trinidad

Under limited supervision, this position performs administrative, management, supervisory and daily tasks in coordinating the efficient operation of the City of Trinidad Animal Shelter. Work involves maintaining the shelter in accordance with state statutes and ensures that public safety and welfare are met through the operation of the shelter, while providing safe housing for domestic animals until they are adopted, transferred, sent to rescues or euthanized if necessary.

The Animal Shelter Manager is responsible to plan, organize, implement and supervise the animal shelter and related animal control programs and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under his/her direction and control.

The mission of every employee at the City of Trinidad is to deliver exceptional value and quality of life to all our citizens. Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the city’s core value of Pride which is delivered through Purpose, Respect, Integrity, Dependability and Excellence. As a City we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity for all citizens and recognize that it is a privilege to serve the citizens of Trinidad, Colorado.

• Consistent on-site and on-time attendance is essential for this position based on assigned schedule.
• Supervises employees and volunteers, and performs related management functions for the animal shelter.
• Develops and implements shelter operating policies and procedures, while coordinating and inspecting daily work activities; develops and implements policies and procedures for animal placement, including animal health and available resources.
• Coordinates proper follow-ups of animal adoptions, verifying required vaccinations, licensing and sterilization of all dogs and cats.
• Works closely with the public regarding rescue and adoption efforts; works with various rescue and transfer agencies when animals cannot be adopted; works with veterinarians to ensure health of animals.
• Directs the development and training of personnel, ensuring their proper induction, orientation, and training; trains and develops shelter volunteers.
• Develops and administers educational programs on responsible pet ownership, spay/neuter, and other knowledge, or skills; conducts outreach to schools, seniors and various groups to promote responsible pet ownership and regulations related to tags and leashes, etc.
• Performs daily inspections of shelter and coordinates resulting activities; performs all duties of the Medical Technician, including euthanasia, as needed along with other employees and volunteers.
• Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions, and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will, with the understanding that an emphasis is placed on the importance of maintaining a positive image.
• Performs general administrative, maintenance, and support work as required, including, but not limited to, processing mail, preparing reports and correspondence, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, answering the telephone, and attending and conducting meetings.
• Develops policies and procedures and assigns, trains and supervises staff. Consults with City Manager or the Human Resources Director on such personnel actions as hiring, termination, and discipline and obtains final approval for such personnel actions.
• Prepares and administers operating budget for the shelter and presents budget to the City Manager.
• Submits oral and written reports to City officials and state agencies as required.
• Ensures that all work is conducted in a safe manner and all work safety practices are followed.
• Assists Animal Control staff as needed to promote a team effort to serve the public.
• Continues training; keeps current with trends and state, federal, and local regulations related Animal Shelters and the enforcement of Animal Control.
• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.

• The functions and interrelationships of the City and other governmental agencies as they relate to the shelter.
• The laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities animal shelter and animal control.
• How to plan, organize, and direct the operation of an animal shelter.
• Administrative principles involved in developing, directing and supervising various programs and related activities.
• Various breeds of dogs, cats and other domestic animals, including livestock.
• Principles of licensing, controlling and disposing of animals, methods of animal collection and impoundment.
• Normal and abnormal animal behavior, and symptoms of animal abuse.
• Types of equipment, materials and specialty items used in animal control procedures.
• The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the industry.

• Solving practical problems and dealing with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
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