Animal Services Manager

Salary : $124,342.35 - $167,862.16 Annually Location : Fremont, CA Job Type: Full-time, regular Job Number: 26POL07 Department: Police Entry Level Division: POL-Animal Services Opening Date: 07/22/2026 Description The Fremont Police Department - Animal Services Division is recruiting for the position of Animal Services Manager.

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THE ANIMAL SHELTER

The Fremont Police Department Animal Services Unit is responsible for protecting public health and safety while promoting responsible pet ownership and compassionate animal care throughout the community. The serves the Cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City and provides sheltering, adoption, licensing, field services, investigations, and community education programs. The Animal Services Manager serves as the operational leader of the Animal Services Unit and Tri-City Animal Shelter, overseeing staff, programs, contracts, and services that support both animals and residents across the Tri-City area.

IS THIS THE ROLE FOR YOU?

This position is ideal for an experienced leader who enjoys balancing animal welfare , public service , operational management , and community engagement . We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Has experience working within animal services , shelter operations , veterinary services , or animal control programs
• Is comfortable navigating challenging situations involving members of the public while maintaining professionalism and empathy
• Has experience managing contracts , budgets , and organizational priorities
• Is passionate about animal welfare and community education
• Values collaboration and fostering a positive workplace culture

If you enjoy leading teams, building partnerships, and improving services that positively impact animals and the community, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under general direction, the Animal Services Manager plans, organizes, and supervises the activities of the Animal Services Unit, including shelter operations, licensing, investigations, enforcement activities, public education initiatives, and contract administration. Responsibilities include managing the Tri-City Animal Shelter, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, overseeing veterinary and sheltering services, supervising field and shelter operations, supporting staff development, managing contracts and budgets, and representing the Animal Services Unit with community stakeholders, partner agencies, and elected officials as appropriate.

HOW TO APPLY

This position will remain open until filled - however, interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment may close without notice so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume must be submitted with the completed online application. Applications submitted without a resume may not be considered. Only online applications will be accepted. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box. Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. Please review your settings in Government Jobs to ensure that you receive all updates regarding your status in the recruitment. Selection Process:The selection process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Contact Us For additional information, please e-mail Human Resources Department at: The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. Animal Services Manager - Class Specification Definition Under general direction, plans, organizes and supervises the activities of the Police Department Animal Services Unit; provides administrative and technical assistance to department staff; serves as a member of the department's professional management team; performs related duties as required. Class Characteristics This single position, management classification reports to the Police Chief or their designee. It is characterized by the responsibility to plan, organize, and supervise a full range of animal services including pet licensing, investigation, enforcement, and full service shelter; manage contracts for shelter services with other cities; and reception of the general public. The incumbent is a Public Officer responsible for and empowered by City ordinance to enforce state and local laws. The incumbent has considerable latitude in the application of departmental policy, following general guidelines, professional and administrative standards in accomplishing assignments. Review of work is occasional or on a problem basis with the incumbent presenting alternative courses of action and responsible for implementation of changes. Essential Functions Plans, directs, and manages personnel and activities of the Animal Services Unit; selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates subordinate supervisors and staff. Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities. Assists in budget preparation and administration for Animal Services unit. Manages contracts with other cities and vendors. Manages the operation of the Tri-city Animal Shelter. Ensures the enforcement of ordinances providing for the regulation, care, registration and disposition of animals. This includes supervision of enforcement in the field. Ensures the proper licensing of dogs, collection of fees and maintenance of appropriate records. Oversees the impounding and emergency veterinary care of injured, sick or abandoned animals found on public or private property. Ensures the proper quarantining of animals. Develops public education programs concerning the responsibilities of animal ownership and proper care and control of animals. Directs the investigation of complaints regarding animals such as inhumane treatment of animals and dog bite incidents. This includes supervision of investigations in the field. Assures the removal and disposal of dead animals from public or private property. Marginal Functions Reviews and accepts subpoenas. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of animal control services; principles of supervision; work planning, assignment of duties, and program review methods; laws governing animal services and shelter operations; codes and regulations applicable to programs relating to animal services including laws and regulations governing licensing, impounding, care and disposal of animals; working knowledge of working in a professional police business unit. Skill in: Preparing clear, concise and complete analysis, proposals, reports and other written materials; maintaining accurate records and meeting critical deadlines; researching and analyzing complex problems, evaluating varied information and data, either in statistical or narrative form, and exercising sound judgment within established guidelines; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, and working collaboratively with diverse individuals and groups contacted in the course of work. Demonstrated working knowledge of common office software such as Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to acquire skill in utilizing specialized automated systems. Ability to: Deal effectively with upset or angry individuals; obtain voluntary compliance with laws and resolutions without inviting resentment; interviewing applicants for jobs; clearly prepare and present verbal and written reports. Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position. Education/Experience Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include a bachelor's degree from an accredited college in business administration or closely related field, and five years progressively responsible experience in animal services environments including two years in a lead or supervisory capacity. Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements This classification requires the ability to travel independently within City limits. This classification also requires possession of a Class C Driver's License. Failure to maintain this license will result in discipline up to and including termination. Physical and Environmental Demands Rare = 66% Sitting: Frequent Walking: Occasional Standing: Occasional Bending (neck): Occasional Bending (waist): Occasional Squatting: Rare Climbing: Rare Kneeling: Rare Crawling: Never Jumping: Never Balancing: Never Twisting (neck): Frequent Twisting (waist): Rare Grasp - light (dominant hand): Occasional Grasp - light (non-dominant): Occasional Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Rare Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Rare Fine manipulation (dominant): Frequent Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Frequent Reach - at/below shoulder: Rare Reach - above shoulder level: Rare Push/pull: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Rare (not a daily occurrence) 26 to 50 lbs. Rare (not a daily occurrence) 51 to 75 lbs. Never 76 to 100 lbs. Never Over 100 lbs. Never Lifting: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Rare (not a daily occurrence) 26 to 50 lbs. Rare (not a daily occurrence) 51 to 75 lbs. Never 76 to 100 lbs. Never Over 100 lbs. Never Carrying: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Rare (not a daily occurrence) 26 to 50 lbs. Rare (not a daily occurrence) 51 to 75 lbs. Never 76 to 100 lbs. Never Over 100 lbs. Never Coordination: Eye-hand: Required Eye-hand-foot: Required Driving: Required Vision: Acuity, near: Required Acuity, far: Required Depth perception: Required Accommodation: Required Color vision: Required Field of vision: Required Talking: Face-to-face contact: Required Verbal contact w/others: Required Public: Required Hearing: Normal conversation: Required Telephone communication: Required Earplugs required: Not required Work environment: Works indoors, works outdoors, being around moving machinery, exposure to radiation or electrical energy, using computer monitor, works around others, works alone, works with others. Class Code: 6712 FLSA: Exempt EEOC Code: 2 Barg. Unit: FAME Probation: 12 months Rev.: 8/12, 7/26 The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance. To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit: City of Fremont 01 Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid responses. Yes No 02 Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, animal science, veterinary technology, public administration, or a closely related field? Yes No 03 Please describe your progressively responsible experience within animal services, animal control, shelter operations, veterinary services, or a related field. Include employer names, dates of employment, and positions held. 04 Describe your supervisory and management experience, including the number and types of employees supervised and your responsibilities related to hiring, training, performance management, and employee development. 05 Please describe your experience managing an animal shelter or similar operational facility. If you do not possess this experience, enter "N/A." 06 Please indicate which of the following certifications you currently possess. Select all that apply. Euthanasia by Injection PC 832 Arrest Certified Animal Control Officer Registered Veterinary Technician CPR/First Aid/AED Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit None of the Above 07 Please describe your experience developing and administering budgets, contracts, interagency agreements, or vendor relationships. 08 Describe your experience implementing programs or initiatives designed to improve animal welfare, increase adoptions, support community outreach, or enhance customer service. 09 Animal Services environments can involve emotionally charged situations, competing priorities, and interactions with upset members of the public. Describe your approach to leading staff and maintaining a positive, service-oriented culture during challenging circumstances. 10 Are you willing and able to work weekends, holidays, or after-hours as operational needs require? Yes No 11 Do you possess a valid Class C California Driver's License? Yes No, but I possess a valid out-of-state driver's license and can obtain a valid California Driver's License at time of hire. No. I acknowledge that I must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License at the time of hire. Required Question City of Fremont, CA