Division Manager HHS - Animal Services [At Will]

Tulare County Health & Human Services is actively recruiting for a Division Manager HHS-Animal Services to join the Fiscal Operations Branch. The successful candidate will plan, organize, and administer the operations of the Animal Services Division and enforce County, State, and local laws and regulations. The Division Manager HHS-Animal Services is an At-Will position, reporting to HHSA's Director of Fiscal Operations.

The Division Manager of HHS-Animal Services will assign, supervise, and coordinate the activities of the Animal Services Division and oversee the establishment of effective policies and procedures. The successful candidate will administer the licensing and enforcement programs and represent the County as the Director of Shelter Operations, overseeing animal care operations and the adoption facility. The incumbent will also oversee public education and outreach programs. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of animal service laws, rules, and regulations, budgeting techniques and principles, and program and policy development. Additional duties include developing effective working relationships with community groups, advisory boards, and other County departments engaged in Animal Services.

For additional information about this position, please click here: DM HHS-Animal Services .

Typical Duties

Key Responsibilities

• Assign, supervise, and coordinate the activities of the Animal Services Division.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
  
• Responsible for developing, coordinating, and controlling daily animal services programs to establish and maintain operational quality and service levels.
  
• Develop productive working relationships with other agencies, veterinarians, and public groups to enhance support for animal services programs.
  
• Oversee administration of the County's licensing, rabies, and compliance programs.
  
• Oversee the development and implementation of programs for public outreach and education on animal welfare issues.
  
• Serves as the Director of Shelter Operations, overseeing the daily-to-day care and sheltering of animals under the care and custody of the County.
  
• Assist in preparing and monitoring the program's budget; purchasing and maintaining supplies and equipment.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet the qualifications listed below by the application deadline .

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration, public administration or related field.

Equivalency for Education:

• • Additional qualifying experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or similar, may be substituted for up to two years of the required education.
    

Experience:

• Four years of experience in the development and administration of public service relations which would be applicable to an animal services environment.
  • Note: Having and/or caring for personal or family pets will not substitute for the required experience.

Equivalency for Experience:

• Job-related experience in the field of animal care services may be substituted for the administrative experience on a year-for-year basis up to two (2) years.
  

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
• Complete all requirements needed to obtain a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit per the California Veterinary Medical Board within 90 days of the date of hire and maintain VACSP certification.

Special Requirement

• Must be immunized against rabies and maintain immunity for duration of employment.

Desirable Qualifications

License and Certificate:

• Possession of a valid and current certification as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) issued by the Veterinary Medical Board of the State of California.
• A Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from a school of veterinary medicine recognized by the Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine of the State of California.
• Possession of a valid license to practice veterinary medicine and two years of licensed veterinarian experience.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

• Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
• If in a driving position candidates must be able to obtain and retain a valid California driver's license.

Student Loan Forgiveness

• This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

**PLEASE NOTE: ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED**

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 19

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual :
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.

Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Career Incentive Pay

Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation – 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below. Excludes Fire Battalion Chiefs.

Years of Service

% Increase

Total

5

3%

3%

10

2%

5%

15

3%

8%

20

2%

10%

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $30,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled.

Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 2/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of Tulare - HR&D

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