Animal Programs Coordinator (Closes on 9/6/2024)

Position Description

Looking for an opportunity to create a positive change in your city? Look no further! The Fresno Animal Center, centrally situated in the vibrant City of Fresno, is recruiting for an Animal Programs Coordinator.

Under general supervision, Animal Programs Coordinator develops, organizes, and coordinates community outreach activities, events and programs in support of the Animal Center. Such programs include adoptions, fosters, rescues, volunteers, donations, and fundraising; also provides education and awareness on topics such as licensing, vaccination, spay/neuter, pet care responsibilities and resources available to pet owners. The incumbent also coordinates social media, public relations, and marketing communications; partners with community members, rescue and other animal organizations; and performs related work as required.

Incumbents will be required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed; will be exposed to a working environment with animals (primarily dogs and cats) which may lead to possible exposure of unpleasant odors and noises, allergens, interactions with animals, and possible exposure to zoonotic diseases; and will be required to handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols and practices.

Several vacancies exist in the Fresno Animal Center department. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

UNIT 13 Classification: City of Fresno Professional Employees Association (CFPEA)

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: 60 hours per fiscal year for exempt employees.
ANNUAL LEAVE: Accrue 15.5 hours per month with cash out provisions.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
LIFE INSURANCE: Benefit equal to annual salary; premium paid by the City.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY: Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

The Requirements

Education:
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Substitution:
Qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Qualifying experience may include the care and handling of various domestic, agricultural, or wild animals in an animal centric setting OR experience which involved developing, implementing, and coordinating community focused programs including public relations and outreach events.

Private pet ownership is not qualifying experience. If qualifying solely with experience, a High School diploma or GED equivalent is required at time of appointment.

The Requirements

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Additional Requirements

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License is required during the entire term of employment.

A valid Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP), issued by the Veterinary Medical Board of the State of California, may be required upon direction of the appointing authority.

Within one (1) year of appointment, incumbents will be required to complete Euthanasia Training consistent with California Code of Regulations, Title 16, Section 2039.

Recruitment may be limited to a specific area of expertise as required by operational needs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO OUR ONLINE APPLICATION:
1. Your document must first be scanned and saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the "document name.")
2. Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line.
3. Enter the same Login Information (Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applying to.
4. Under the section "My Career Tools" (located towards the top of the page), Select "Cover Letters & Attachments", and then "Add Attachments" towards the bottom.
5. For Attachment Type, choose the most appropriate option (i.e. "DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214.")
*If you do not see an appropriate choice, you may use "Reference Attachments." Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description.
6. Then Select "Add Attachment" and hit the "Browse" button to locate your attachment.
7. Once you have selected your attachment, select "Open", hit "Upload" and then "Save & Return."

Selection Process

The examination process may consist of the following:

WRITTEN EXAMINATION: 100%: A job related written examination will be administered which may test a candidate's knowledge in the following areas: animal care practices, public contact and customer service, safety, office software, and other relevant information.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of September 16, 2024.

Veteran Preference Regulations

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

Closing Date/Time: 09/06/2024

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