Description

The City of Sacramento, California is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Animal Care Services Manager to lead the Front Street Animal Shelter and the Animal Care Services Division within the Community Development Department. This position oversees 63 full-time employees and an annual budget of approximately $9.4 million, providing operational and strategic leadership for shelter services, field enforcement operations, veterinary programs, and community outreach efforts that support approximately 224,000 pets citywide. The Manager directs operational resources, develops policies and procedures, and serves as the Division's representative in official and public settings. In this role, the Manager actively engages with City leadership, advisory bodies, nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and the broader community to build partnerships, align priorities, and support positive outcomes. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader who brings strong operational oversight, a passion for animal welfare, and the political acumen to thrive in a highly visible public environment, while fostering a supportive, accountable, and mission-driven team culture. Champion animal welfare for the community; apply today!

View the full recruitment brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/dfbd5fe3-5766-4360-9a93-3c3114e49f79

Salary & Benefits
This position will receive an annual salary of $130,541 – $183,684 DOE/DOQ, PLUS an attractive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY
For consideration, apply by April 7 at: https://wbcp.applicantpool.com/jobs/1287994-300215.html

View the WBCP Job Board: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

SECURE THE DATES
Round one virtual interviews will take place on April 29. Finalists will move forward to round two in-person interviews on May 11. Selected candidates must be available for both days.

QUESTIONS?Please contact your recruiter, Lauren Gerson-Greene, with any inquiries:

• lauren@wbcpinc.com
• 541-664-0376 (direct)
• 866-929-9227 (toll-free)

To apply, visit: https://wbcp.applicantpool.com/jobs/1287994-300215.html





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