Job description
- Manages and supervises the operation and maintenance of the County's Animal Control Program; directs the apprehension, impounding, and disposing of stray or vicious animals; supervises subordinates engaged in clerical duties, including processing dog registrations and administrative support; supervises subordinates engaged in the feeding, care, and disposal of animals; directs the maintenance and cleaning of the facility, vehicles, and equipment; responsible for fee collections; supervises record maintenance and prepares required reports.
- Arranges for or provides training to employees in animal control procedures.
- Performs budget administration; assists with development of the operating budget; approves expenditures; recommends capital expenditures; projects overtime requirements.
- Oversees and responds to questions, concerns, or complaints from animal owners, officers, the public, or organizations; handles irate citizens and difficult situations arising from the enforcement of Animal Control Ordinances and laws.
- Researches and enforces state and County laws and ordinances; writes citations; advises citizens of animal control laws and ordinances; consults with State's Attorney on difficult cases; ensures proper documentation of pertinent information.
- Interprets legal statutes, codes, and ordinances; creates or modifies ordinances related to animal control.
- Performs public relations; initiates programs and attends Humane Association meetings; communicates with the Schools, Professional Organizations, Veterinary Medical and Animal Control Associations, TV, Newspapers, Radio and the public for continuing education, complaint resolution, or the exchange of information.
- Euthanizes animals deemed unadoptable or dangerous to the population.
- Performs related work as required.
- Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.
- Bachelor’s Degree with major course work in Agriculture, Business or Public Administration
- 3-5 years’ experience supervising an Animal Control Program or related work
- Considerable knowledge of diseases and the proper handling of mean or vicious animals.
- Full job description:https://www.co.champaign.il.us/DESCRIPT/ac/nbu/AnimalControlDirector.pdf
- Wage range:$65,977.60 to $82,492.80 DOQ
- Only qualified applicants who have submitted complete applications will be considered.Upload your current resume and a cover letter addressed to Steve Summers, County Executive.
- Online application: https://www.applitrack.com/champaign/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Champaign+County
- Applications accepted until filled.
JobID: 3186
Position Type:
Champaign County/Director of Animal Control
Champaign County/Director of Animal Control
Date Posted:
1/10/2023
1/10/2023
Location:
210 S. Art Bartell (Animal Control)
210 S. Art Bartell (Animal Control)
Date Available:
ASAP
ASAP
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Director – Animal Control
Until Filled
This position, under the direction of the County Executive, manages and oversees the County’s Animal Control Program.
Examples of Primary Duties include:
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