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Deputy Director, Animal Care and Control
Los Angeles County

Date Posted:

January 13, 2022

Salary:

$117,373.92 – $182,539.92 Annually

Description:

The Deputy Director is responsible for leading all aspects of animal control field operations, animal care facility management, and special programs. The incumbent must possess specialized knowledge of State laws and County ordinances governing the impounding, sheltering, licensing, and treatment of wild and domestic animals, placement of stray or abandoned animals, and legal requirements for providing a full range of such animal care and control services. Working through subordinate supervisors, this individual maintains effective and accountable remote working relationships, sets strategic and achievable priorities, and takes on difficult issues with optimism and confidence are crucial skills for this individual. Success in continuous improvement contributes to the overall success of the department.

Qualifications:

5yrs of experience in a senior management capacity in charge of the operations of an animal shelter and care facility, including personnel and financial management at a large and complex public or nonprofit agency serving a population of 75k or more; OR A Bachelor’s in animal science, public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and 3 years of experience in a senior management capacity in charge of the operations of an animal shelter and care facility serving a population of 75k or more; OR 7 years of experience in a senior management capacity directing a major organizational unit at a large and complex public or non-profit agency serving a population of 75k or more. Senior management is defined as experience directing the activities of a major division within an organization, including the development of procedures, budget preparation, finance, human resources, the direction of supervisory employees, and participation in policy formulation.

How to Apply:

Please go to: https://bit.ly/3pYD5bA create a profile and submit your application, cover letter, resume, record of accomplishments, degree verification, and three professional references.

Filing Deadline:

2/16/2022

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