Supervisor - Veterinary Services (Dallas Animal Services - Civil Service)

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The Veterinary Services Supervisor leads, supervises, and oversees the daily intake and care of animals. Performs evaluative services, provides training to technicians and assistants and ensures the effective processing of animals.

• Availability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and a twenty-four (24/7) on-call status.
• Subject to inclement weather.
• No Animal Cruelty Convictions.
• No Felony Drug offenses within the past ten (10) years. 

Four (4) years of experience working in Animal Services /Animal Welfare/Animal Husbandry/Social Services/ Veterinary Clinic/Law Enforcement/Code Compliance/First Responders with two (2) or more of the following areas:

• Animal Control Officer
• Animal euthanasia process
• Animal cruelty and rabies prevention programs
• Animal Control operations involving the enforcement of Federal, State, or Local Laws
• Veterinary Assistant or Technician
• Veterinary Emergency Medicine
• Disposition and evaluation of animals
• Enforcement of Federal, State, and Local Laws
• Experience in writing and obtaining warrants
• Experience in public presentations and/or appearing in court
• Development and implementation of training programs
• Directing and reviewing the daily operations of a team, determining the priorities, and making course corrections as needed
• Positive placement programs (Adoption, Foster, Rescue, etc.)
• Solving minor complaints and recommending disciplinary action (Internal and external)

• Two (2) years of lead work/supervisory responsibilities. (This experience may be included in the required experience.) 

• High school diploma or GED.

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Must obtain a Euthanasia certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) within the probationary period.

• A current Veterinary Technician certification plus three (3) years of the required experience, including one (1) year of leadwork/supervisory responsibilities, will meet the education and experience requirements.
• Valid professional animal shelter/control-related training and/or certification(s) from a State or National organization, plus three (3) years of the required experience, including one (1) year of leadwork/supervisory responsibilities, will meet the education and experience requirements. 

The Surgery Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily surgical operations in a fast-paced, high-volume animal shelter environment. This position requires strong leadership, organization, and the ability to effectively manage a high surgical caseload while ensuring patient safety, efficient workflow, and quality medical care. Responsibilities include coordinating surgical schedules, managing staff assignments, maintaining surgical equipment and supplies, ensuring compliance with medical protocols, and supporting the veterinary team while maintaining accountability and clear communication across departments.

Salary Range

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.