Director, Animal

Salary: $175,000.00 - $185,000.00 Annually

Location : County of San Diego, CA

Job Type: Regular - Full time

Job Number: 23211212U

Department: Animal Services

Opening Date: 12/15/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary

The County of San Diego invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of:

DIRECTOR, ANIMAL SERVICES

Click here to view a detailed announcement including the duties and requirements of this position.

A first review of applications will be completed the week of January 8th, 2024.

Interviews will begin mid- January 2024.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration. This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Please make sure to update the Work History in your application profile to match your resume. Hiring managers will only receive the redacted application (without resumes) to make a determination of which candidates they will interview. Resumes will be sent to hiring managers at the time interviews are scheduled.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource link below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

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The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset, and our customers are our number one priority.

Click here to see the Unclassified Management Benefits Summary (UCL)

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Please review the minimum qualifications for this position which are: A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or certified foreign studies equivalency AND five years of management level experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification. Experience must include at least one year of supervision. Note: A master's degree or higher degree may substitute for a total of one year of experience and cannot be applied to the required one year of supervision.If you do not meet these minimum qualifications do not apply as your application will be rejected. Do you meet the minimum qualifications?

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A copy of your resume MUST be submitted at time of application. Resumes should include degrees held and employment history, including dates of service, position title, responsibilities, and reporting structure. Please attach it at Step 1 of the application. I have read and understand that my application will not be considered until all required information is submitted.

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If you listed the completion of college level education on your résumé, then please attach the required proof of college education during Step 1 of the on-line application process. Such proof includes copies of diplomas, official transcripts, unofficial transcripts, letters of verifications, and/or certified foreign studies equivalency (if college education was obtained outside of the US). I understand that my application will not be considered until all required proof of completed college education is submitted.

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How did you first hear about this job opportunity?

County of San Diego Employee Resource Group

Governmentjobs.com

Friends or Family Friends or Family

County of San Diego Social Media

County Employee

Linked-in

Other Social Media

Military or Veterans Outreach

Careers in Government

Voice and Viewpoint

County of San Diego Website

Association for Animal Welfare Advancement

California Animal Control Directors Association (CACDA)

California Animal Welfare Association

National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA)

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS)

Other

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If you indicated other in the question above, please indicate how you first heard about this job opportunity. Please indicate "N/A" if not applicable.

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