This salary range reflects Washington Countys competitive labor market regional costofliving and the supervisory and operational responsibilities associated with managing a municipal animal shelter within a police department structure. The range aligns with compensation levels offered by comparable Utah agencies and positions Washington City to effectively recruit and retain a qualified Shelter Manager with experience in animal care operations staff supervision and publicfacing service delivery.

Animal Services Shelter Manager

Washington City Police Department Job Description

Position Overview

The Animal Services Shelter Manager oversees daily operations staff and strategic direction for the Washington City Animal Shelter which operates under the Washington City Police Department. This position ensures the humane care safety and wellbeing of all sheltered animals while supporting public safety community engagement and compliance with state and local regulations. The manager provides leadership develops operational policies and fosters a compassionate professional environment that reflects the departments and the communitys values.

Key Responsibilities

Shelter Operations & Animal Care

• Directs and oversees daily shelter operations ensuring high standards of animal care cleanliness and safety.
• Develops and implements protocols for intake assessment medical care coordination quarantine adoption and euthanasia (when required by law or medical necessity).
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws regulations and best practices related to animal welfare and shelter management.
• Coordinates veterinary services vaccinations spay/neuter programs and medical treatment plans.

Leadership & Staff Management

• Supervises trains schedules and evaluates Animal Services Officers shelter technicians volunteers and support staff.
• Promotes a culture of professionalism compassion accountability and teamwork.
• Provides ongoing coaching and development to ensure staff are equipped to handle both animal care and public interactions effectively.
• Oversees onboarding and continuing education for shelter personnel.

Community Engagement & Public Service

• Serves as a primary point of contact for the public regarding shelter operations lost/found animals adoptions and animal welfare concerns.
• Develops and supports community outreach programs adoption events and educational initiatives.
• Builds strong relationships with rescue groups veterinary partners and regional animal welfare organizations.
• Represents the shelter and department in public meetings community events and interagency collaborations.

Administrative & Strategic Management

• Manages shelter budget purchasing inventory and resource allocation.
• Tracks and analyzes operational data including intake numbers adoption rates medical outcomes and staffing needs.
• Prepares reports policy recommendations and strategic plans for department leadership.
• Ensures accurate documentation case files and records management in accordance with department standards.
• Assists in developing and updating policies procedures and emergency response plans related to animal services.

Public Safety & Enforcement Support

• Collaborates with Animal Control Officers and Police Department leadership on enforcement of animal-related ordinances.
• Supports investigations involving animal cruelty dangerous animals and public safety concerns.
• Ensures staff are trained in safe handling de-escalation and humane capture techniques.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal shelter operations veterinary support animal control or related field.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of animal behavior welfare standards and shelter best practices.
• Excellent communication conflict resolution and customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced emotionally challenging environment with professionalism and empathy.
• Valid drivers license and ability to meet department background standards.

Preferred

• Certification in Animal Shelter Management Animal Control or related professional training.
• Experience working within a law enforcement or municipal government environment.
• Knowledge of Utah state animal welfare laws and municipal code.

Work Environment

• Work involves exposure to animals of varying temperament noise odors and potentially stressful situations.
• Requires lifting handling and restraining animals.
• May require weekend holiday or on-call work depending on operational needs.

Impact of the Role

The Animal Services Shelter Manager plays a critical role in advancing the departments mission of public safety humane treatment of animals and community trust. This position ensures that Washington Citys shelter operates with compassion efficiency and integrity reflecting the values of the Washington City Police Department and the community it serves.

As per Washington City policy and/or procedures a background check and drug screening evaluation will be required for potential new hire candidates prior to an offer of employment. I understand that if I am under the age of 18 I must have my parent or my legal guardian grant their permission for the background check and drug screening test to be performed.

Required Experience:

Manager