| Location | Tallahassee, FL |
| Salary | $22–$58.80 Per Hour |
About Us
Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.
The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.
The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our communitys lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.
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Apply on or before 11:59pm on Friday November 6, 2026
Job Specifications
Are you passionate about animal welfare and ready to make a difference in your community? The Tallahassee Animal Service is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to assist with the supervision and daily operations of our animal care team. This position works closely with the Animal Care Supervisor to lead, coordinate, schedule, train, and support employees responsible for the care and sheltering of animals.
In addition to staff supervision, this position assists with the overall operation of the facility, including building maintenance, cleaning, supply inventory and purchasing, and the proper operation of shelter equipment.
Responsibilities include overseeing staff involved in:
This is a hands-on assistant supervisory role. The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the employees they supervise and provide direct support when staffing needs require it. This position requires sound judgment and the ability to recognize and respond promptly and appropriately to concerns involving the health, safety, and well-being of shelter animals.
This position also requires strong leadership, effective communication, the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of animal care, employee performance, safety, and customer service. If you're ready to bring your animal-care experience and leadership skills to a team dedicated to serving animals and our community, we'd love to hear from you.
For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to Assistant Supervisor-Animal Care
Minimum Training & Experience
Possession of an associates degree and two years of experience that involved animal care or responsibility for humane maintenance or medical treatment of animals in a facility frequented by the public, or three years of human care giving, animal care, animal breeding, animal grooming, animal control enforcement or similar experience with animals; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
Must possess Euthanasia, and Chemical Immobilization certifications or obtain same within one year of employment, as a condition of continued employment.
Salary Range
$22.0000 to $58.7999/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $36.6763/hour.
Drivers License Requirements
Must possess a valid Class-E State drivers license at the time of appointment.
Benefits Information
The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Note: OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the Citys benefits programs.