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Animal Shelter Field Supervisor
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1. Assists with public relation duties including speaking and demonstrations at training workshops.
2. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with management, staff members, and the general public. Requires the ability to lift and carry objects including animals such as dogs, cats, snakes, livestock, and wildlife (up to approximately 50 lbs.). Requires the use of equipment such as stretcher, traps, chemical capture gun, nets, catchpoles, etc. Requires the ability to operate general office equipment including telephone, computer, printer, and copier. Requires the ability to operate an automobile for on-site visits to various locations throughout the City.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment, except during
on-site visits. Exposed to and interacts with various animals. Occasional travel off-site is required.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent with seven (7) years operations management and supervisory experience; or any combination of experience or training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Must have working knowledge of software programs including Microsoft Office applications. Must possess and maintain a valid driver license as a condition of continued employment. Experience as an animal services officer or supervisor in an animal services environment preferred. Graduate of a regional or national animal control academy preferred.
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."
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the exception 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 Senate Bill No. 29, "first responder" means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel.
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.
