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Assistant Director of Operations – Animal Care Services Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX at City of Corpus Christi
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Summary
We welcome and appreciate your interest in employment with the City of Corpus Christi. We are an equal opportunity employer; no information obtained during the recruitment or selection process is intended for any discriminatory purposes.
Pay
This position is an exempt position at pay grade 312.
Attendance
Non-rotating 40-hour work week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed.
Who May Apply?
All persons legally authorized to work in the United States
Overview
Under general administrative direction assists and supports the planning, organization, direction, and the overall management, administration, operation, and maintenance of the Animal Care Services Department. Coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies and provides highly responsible support to the Director. Establishes priorities and assists in overseeing direction for animal intake, care, control, and public safety following ACS codes, policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Assists with full management for all the department services and operations; interpreting, formulating, and implementing policies; oversees the facility maintenance and operations of the department to ensure a safe work environment is provided for the public and staff; with evaluating and recommending changes and improvements of the departments operations to existing standards and procedures.
Recommends and assists in the implementation of department goals and objectives; establishes schedules and methods for providing effective and humane services. Assist with developing grant applications, funding and compliance processes. Monitor and modify programs, metrics, processes and procedures and initiate actions for improvement when necessary.
Participates in the development and administration of the departmental budget; directs and coordinates budget monitoring system; provides policy direction and operating procedures regarding expenditures.
Assists with the review, interpretation, and enforcement of Animal Care city codes, departmental policies and regulations mandated by Federal, State and local government entities.
Assist the Director with responses to questions from the public, City Officials, and the media. Works with Public Safety and Health Officials in monitoring and reviewing animal-related community concerns. Participate in public education and awareness services such as community outreach events, presentations to civic groups, schools, or neighborhood meetings.
Assist the Director in the development and monitoring of short and long range strategies to include cleanliness, housing, flow, capacity, and capital construction and design. Identifies areas of quality management to enhance productivity, communication, and accountability improving overall customer service and quality assurance.
May be asked to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requires bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum of six (6) years of experience
A valid driver’s license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 90 days of hire
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Benefits
The City offers an excellent benefit package that includes:
Texas Municipal Retirement System – TMRS is a required retirement plan for all full-time employees. Each employee auto…
Title: Assistant Director of Operations – Animal Care Services
Company: City of Corpus Christi
Location: Corpus Christi, TX
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