Program Manager

Program Manager

The Orange County Animal Services Department has an opening for a Program Manager.

An employee of this class is primarily responsible for the management of the Animal Services volunteer program, foster and transfer of shelter animals, community outreach and special events including, but not limited to, off-site adoption events, rabies clinics, and the low cost spay and neuter voucher program. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Animal Services Director, with considerable leeway to exercise independent judgment within the framework of applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, in the performance of duties, both in terms of planning and accomplishing work and in making decisions regarding client needs and requests. Supervision of assigned staff and volunteers is a responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in any field of study and three (3) years of experience in volunteer management or animal services program management; OR

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A higher degree does not substitute for experience.

Previous experience making group presentations is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver License issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Must be able to work after work hours including evenings and weekends as needed.

All offers of employment are conditioned upon successful clearance of a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and fitness test. Employment cannot commence until the employee has been cleared.

Orange County is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

Orange County provides a competitive benefits package for permanent full-time and permanent part-time employees that includes:

• Participation in the North Carolina State Retirement System
• Health Insurance (Medical)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Optional Long Term Disability Coverage Policy
• Optional Insurance Policies: Pet Discount Program, Identity Theft Insurance, Legal Insurance
• 401(k) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Anniversary Leave
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Tuition reimbursement assistance
• Various other leave programs including civil, funeral, parental, etc.