MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, animal science, veterinary sciences or a related field and ten (10) years of experience preferably with a government or non-profit agency to include managing humane euthanasia standards and practices; supervising and training ten or more staff including managers (for a minimum of 5 years); implementing personnel policies including health and safety practices and on-the-job injury program requirements; developing and writing policies; developing and adhering to an established budget; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Applicable experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.  Must have demonstrated skills in the collection and the use of data for decision making and resource allocation; and demonstrated skills and applied knowledge in the allocation of animal sheltering resources in a municipal climate of high demand.  Active involvement in related professional organizations desired. Must have some experience with vendor contract administration and public relations with demonstrated skills in animal advocacy activity.

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Specific knowledge of animal shelter operations issues and standards; city, state and federal laws that affect the care, adoption and treatment of shelter animals; government structure and processes, the various City, County State and Federal agencies that have jurisdiction over areas of animal welfare and public safety; and grant writing experience preferred.  Ideal candidate will have good communication skills, both orally and in writing; success in leading a complex organization; ability to organize and motivate staff; ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities; initiative to work independently, set and accomplish goals and meet deadlines.

The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the EXECEPTION of “first responders”, must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee House Bill 105, "first responder means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel and dispatchers of law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service departments."
 
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Division: Executive