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INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR
LIVE RELEASE COORDINATOR
SALARY: $3,539 - $4,319/Month
DEFINITION: Under general supervision this position assists the Animal Control Division in the
administration and coordination of live release programs and services; performs a
variety of duties involving the care, keeping, treatment and control of animals;
performs routine administrative tasks; and other related duties as required.
REPRESENTATIVE
DUTIES: Plans, develops, coordinates and evaluates current and new programs and services
to facilitate the live release of animals brought into the shelter, develops
promotional campaigns and prepares articles and advertisements regarding Animal
Control Division program and adoption activities, assists in maintaining
website/Facebook pages, serves as the Animal Control Unit’s liaison with advisory
boards, community groups, animal rescue groups, local business and organizations
as directed, maintains records and prepares reports pertaining to the live release
program, including but not limited to adoption records and participation in adoption
events, handles public inquiries that may arise involving adoption or rescue
programs, provides assistance in the daily operations of the Animal Control Shelter
when needed, as directed, performs other job related duties as assigned.
DESIREABLE
QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or Experience:
High school Diploma or GED, two years’ experience in customer service and/or
animal care are desirable; or any combination of training and experience that
provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of:
Animal control programs and volunteer services; public relations and customer
service; and automated office equipment, software programs and basic web-based
applications.
Ability to:
Work comfortably around animals, including those who are sick, injured, or who
may be euthanized; plan and coordinate their adoptions and rescues; work in a fast
paced environment managing multiple competing tasks and demands; work
cooperatively with different personality types; effectively communicate verbally
and in writing; prepare clear and concise reports; coordinate individual and group
activities and events; establish and maintain effective working relationships with
officials, agencies, community groups, staff and volunteers; speak effectively
before groups of people, use automated office equipment and software programs;
work independently, and maintain confidential information; and ability to perform
cash handling and financial transactions and record keeping.
CONDITIONS: Periodic contact with angry and upset individuals. Temperature fluctuations due to
both seasonal extremes and working in and out of doors. Employees may be around
animals that are agitated or injured and that may attempt to bite or scratch. At
times, worksite will be loud from barking dogs.
SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Driver’s License. Candidates
will be required to pass a police background investigation.
SELECTION: Screening will consist of a competitive assessment of relevant education, training and work
experience to be followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral
Board to determine the most qualified candidates. Applicants meeting the minimum
qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to an interview and the decision of the
screening committee is final. Those candidates who are determined eligible for
appointment to the position will be placed on the City’s Certified Eligibility List.
Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the
recruitment process up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable. The City
reserves the right to alter the testing process, as needed, without notice.
TO APPLY: Apply online at www.ci.porterville.ca.us or submit a completed City of Porterville
Employment Application Form. A resume may be included, but does not substitute for a
completed application. Submit all documents along with any materials required if noticed
in this announcement, to the Human Resources Office, City of Porterville, 291 N. Main
St., Porterville, CA 93257. Applications must be received in the Human Resources Office
by 4:00 pm, Friday, May 12, 2023.
SPECIAL
CONDITION: Candidates recommended for hire will be required to undergo a background fingerprint
check and a pre-employment physical with a drug screening.
The City of Porterville is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and is compliant with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you believe you need accommodation under the
ADA in the testing process for any position for which you intend to apply, please contact
the Human Resources Division at (559) 782-7441 to request such accommodation. The
City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin,
ethnicity, age, disability or medical condition, Acquired Immune Deficiency (AIDS/HIV)
or AIDS related conditions, political affiliation, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital or
domestic partner status, gender identity, parental status, veteran status, height, weight, or
any other basis protected by law.
