1 Supervises, oversees, leads, and monitors the animal examination and intake operations for the City’s animal shelter; monitors full and part time technical and veterinary assistant staff, delegates assignments, provides performance evaluations, enforces regulations and policies, and provides training and education for staff.
2 Creates, develops, and implements schedules, assignments, and work flows; ensures all appropriate areas are covered and objectives defined; ensures all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
3 Inspects and reviews work for quality and adherence to standards and policies; finds, recommends, and implements methods and procedures to improve production or effectiveness; walks through kennel area to determine animals in need of care and medical expertise.
4 Gathers and examines animals that have medical evaluation requests; determines ailments and various treatment options, provides medications, and updates system with activity; manages animal flow and care throughout the facilities and tracks capacity standards for shelter.
5 Assists and supports veterinarian with procedures and exams; assists in providing medical evaluations, treatments, and other services.
6 Oversees, monitors, and supervises the intake rooms for animals during the day; ensures safety, security, and cleanliness while monitoring supplies and ensuring appropriate stock.
7 Trains, educates, and provides professional development opportunities for various technicians and vet assistants; works with the Veterinarian to determine effective policies and procedures.
8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.