The City of Chicago is currently accepting applications for Animal Shelter Manager

The City of Chicago is currently accepting applications for the position of Animal Shelter Manager (April 10, 2015 through April 24, 2015). 

Consider working for CACC!

Chicago Animal Care and Control protects public safety and ensures the humane care of animals through sheltering, pet placement, education and animal law enforcement.

Under general supervision, the Animal Shelter Manager directs and manages the daily operations and work activities of staff providing humane care, treatment, and outcomes to animals at the City’s Animal Care and Control Center.

(additional details regarding the duties of the position can be found at www.cityofchicago.org/careers.)

 

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Animal Sciences, or a related field, plus five years of work experience working with animals in an animal hospital, shelter, or related animal facility, of which three years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.     OR   

  • Nine (9) years of work experience working with animals in an animal hospital,  shelter, or related animal facility.
  • Associate’s Degree in Public or Business Administration, Animal Sciences, or a related field, from an accredited college PLUS, at least seven (7) years of  work experience working with animals in an animal hospital, shelter, or related animal facility.
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Animal Sciences, or a related field, PLUS, at least five (5) years of work experience working with animals in an animal hospital, shelter, or related animal facility.
  • Master’s degree or Doctorate from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Animal Sciences, or a related field, PLUS, at least four (4) years of work experience working with animals in an animal hospital, shelter, or related animal facility.

In addition:

  • Must have at least three (3) years of supervisory experience related to the

responsibilities of the position.

  • Must have State of Illinois certification as a Euthanasia Technician at the time

of hire.

 

Residency Requirement:   An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago.  Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.

Please apply online at

http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/dhr/provdrs/emp/svcs/city_of_chicago_jobopportunities.html