06-AC8-01  Open and Promotional

Salary: $3,966 - 4,819 / Month
JOB: Under direction of the Animal Services Authority General Manager, supervises and coordinates the work of staff engaged in animal care activities in the Authority’s animal shelter; interprets and enforces State and County laws pertaining to the care and sheltering of animals; possesses a thorough knowledge of the requirements and procedures for the safe and humane keeping of animals and shelter management techniques; supervises staff involved in the receiving, assessment, medical treatment, custodial care, adoption, and humane euthanasia of unwanted animals; provides assistance to the community in resolving animal problems, including over-population of domestic animals; to act for the Animal Services Authority General Manager during periods of absence; and other duties as assigned.

THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, unless otherwise specified. A typical way to obtain these would be: Training in supervisory and administrative techniques and three years of supervisory experience in animal control, humane society or other animal facility providing similar public service operations.

KNOWLEDGE: Considerable knowledge of: State and local laws and ordinances relating to animal care and control; the proper care and handling of various breeds of animals; the principles of humane animal shelter management; organization, operation and procedures of related government and law enforcement agencies; safety procedures, OSHA and CAL-OSHA requirements; principles and practices of personnel and fiscal administration; and animal health processes, such as preventative treatment and vaccination protocols.

ABILITY TO: Establish and maintain effective working relations with fellow employees, law enforcement agencies and the public; supervise subordinate employees; analyze animal services shelter problems and adopt effective courses of action; prepare clear and concise verbal and written reports; handles sensitive inquiries from and contacts with public officials; identify immediate and long-term staffing needs and propose solutions; plan and oversee staff training and development; complete workplan goals in a timely manner; manage the animal services shelter budget; complete educational programs covering legal aspects of animal control; operate computer, facsimile, copier equipment; follow oral and written directions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Training: Incumbent must attend and pass the euthanasia certification course as provided for by State law prior to the completion of the probationary period.
License: Incumbent must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Class C California Driver License. Possession of an Animal Health Technician Certificate is highly desirable.
Background Investigation: Fingerprinting and successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required.
Hours: Availability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays.
Lifting: Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.
Special Working Conditions: Exposure to animals who may be hostile or dangerous.

IF YOU HAVE A DISABILITY THAT WOULD REQUIRE TEST ACCOMMODATION, CALL (831) 454-2600. WOMEN, MINORITIES AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Eligible lists are used for Full-time (40 hours a week with benefits), Part-time (20-39 hours a week with benefits)
and Temporary (20-40 hours a week - no benefits).

To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
VACATION - 15 ¼ days 1st year, increasing to 30 ¼ days per year after 15 years service. Available after 1 year service.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - One week advanced upon appointment; two weeks accrued each year; can be taken in cash or time off.
HOLIDAYS - 11.5 paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE - Six days per year; after 6 months.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE – 3 days paid in California, 5 days paid out-of-state.
MEDICAL PLAN - The County contracts with PERS for a variety of medical plans. For most plans, County contributions pay a large majority of the premiums for employees and dependents.
DENTAL PLAN - County pays for employee and dependent coverage.
VISION PLAN - County pays for employee coverage. Employee may purchase dependent coverage.
RETIREMENT AND SOCIAL SECURITY - PERS retirement plan, 2% at age 55, integrated with Social Security plan. County pays a portion of retirement contribution.
LIFE INSURANCE - County paid $50,000 term policy. Employee may purchase supplemental life insurance.
LONG TERM DISABILITY PLAN - Plan pays 66 2/3% of the first $13,500, up to $9,000 maximum per month.
DEPENDENT-CARE PLAN – Employees who make contributions for child or dependent care may elect to have their contributions made utilizing “pre-tax dollars.”
EMPLOYEE/FAMILY CREDIT UNION - Offers systematic savings and low interest loans.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION - A deferred compensation plan is available.
AUTOMATIC CHECK DEPOSIT - Required for all employees in this bargaining unit.

FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER PROGRAM: The County provides a program to assist first-time homebuyers in the purchase of a mobile home by providing a down payment subsidy. For additional information and program qualifications you may contact the County of Santa Cruz Planning Department at (831) 454-2336.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Apply/Contact:
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring scannable application to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 310, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 or Personnel Department, 1430 Freedom Blvd., Suite 101, Watsonville, CA 95076. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD# (831) 454-2123.
Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED COUNTY APPLICATION.

Date Posted: 03/09/2006