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Community & Veterans Services Department
Animal Services
Dog Adoption Center
305 25th St W
Palmetto, FL 34221
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 8 am – 5 pm (some flexibility will be needed)
Providing quality customer service to our citizens, business owners and visitors is Manatee County Government’s top priority, and that starts with our employees. We value Accountability, Civility, and Ethics in everything we do, and we look for friendly, innovative employees who share those values.
Our mission is to serve with excellence by providing services that protect the lives and property of those who live in, work in, and visit Manatee County.
The Manatee County Public Safety Department consists of six divisions each serving a special purpose or function to ensure the safety of our citizens and to preserve or enhance the quality of life in the County. The Public Safety Department works daily with citizens, elected officials and other county law enforcement and fire agencies toward these ends. The common thread among these Public Safety divisions is that they respond directly to the needs of the citizens of Manatee County, often for emergencies and sometimes for routine community services.
The Animal Adoption ManagerSupervises daily operations of the Manatee County Animal Welfare animal shelter to ensure the humane and proper care of animals in the shelter. This individual is responsible for the disposition of all animals in the shelter according to ordinance, policy, or procedure.
Manatee County strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long term careers with great benefits.
- Comprehensive benefits package – Your Choice Manatee Health Plan
- Generous vacation/sick leave, 12 paid holidays
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two (2) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a small animal (dog and cat) related position.
- Valid driver's license with valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
Desired
- Dog and Cat Handling
- Shelter Experience
- Previous supervisory experience desired.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time and part-time employees. For more information about our employee benefits, which are governed by policy and subject to change, visit:
https://www.mymanatee.org/departments/human_resources/employee_benefits/
