Animal Care Supervisor, (A262931-2), 205, Animal Control

Animal Care Supervisor

Job Title: Animal Care Supervisor Job Number: A262931-2 Location: Laredo, TX Job Type: Full-time Department: Health (29/60/61/62/64/65/80) Division: 2931 Animal Control Opening Date: January 6, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description

Supervise field operation to make sure that staff is following City and departmental guidelines are being followed. In addition, education of the general public on rabies as part of the program of prevention and education.

Essential Functions/Job Competencies/Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Crew leader-investigator who assists in supervising all animal control (zoonosis) operations, personnel, and disease surveillance. Assists with the administration of office, program, and staff. Direct supervision of personnel in the field and operations, and maintains a professional, service-oriented crew. Conducts training on preventive measures, and assures proper safe use of equipment. Establish and maintains an effective working relationship with the public; projects a positive and professional image of the animal control service. Team leads the examination of dog licenses for validity and issues citations or summons to the owners whose animals are in violation. Surveys houses to ensure that three month old dogs and cats are vaccinated against rabies. Enforces the humane animal control restraints are practiced; ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing animal control. Monitors and supervises the quarantine, impoundment and enforcement of rabies control ordinances. Monitors dangerous animal cases, and assures all reports are maintained properly and manages that all investigations are conducted properly. Oversees the educational programs on rabies and vector control. Assures all staff receives appropriate training and equipment. Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties

Knowledge of:

• Current zoonotic disease problems.
• Laws and ordinances pertaining to animal control and humane treatment of animals.
• Knowledge in the use of animal control equipment.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to supervise and monitor the work of subordinate personnel.
• Ability to enforce local, state, and federal laws governing animal control.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredos policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Work Environment/Conditions and Physical Demands

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures:

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.
• Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments:

• Sometimes: Construction site, Warehouse environment, Confined space, Office or similar indoor environment, Outdoor environment, Street environment (near moving traffic), Vehicles.

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements:

• Sometimes: Moving mechanical parts, Extreme cold (below 32 degrees), Extreme heat (above 100 degrees), Individuals who are hostile or irate, Individuals with known violent backgrounds, Communicable diseases, Fumes or airborne particles, Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances, Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction).

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Associates degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least three (3) years of work experience in advanced animal care and control, and zoonosis, and at least one (1) year of supervising personnel.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Animal Control Advance Training Certification from DSHS (Texas Department of State and Health Services) must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
• State of Texas Pesticide License must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

City of Laredo Benefits

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply.

Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values. The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health, Dental plan, Life insurance
• 30 day waiting period

For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: www.cityoflaredohr.com under Employee Benefits