Comptroller

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business, public administration, or life science field plus five (5) years professional-level experience in animal sheltering operations involving developing and monitoring animal shelter programs and managing input from and relations with community and/or external rescue/advocacy groups.
• Experience must include two (2) years supervising/managing animal medical-care, shelter-care and field staff with responsibilities for budget administration, operational planning, project management, statistical/financial reporting, performance appraisals, conflict resolution and interacting with the public.
• Requires a valid driver's license and good driving record, effective oral and written communication skills and MS Office or similar software skills.
• Must have the ability to interpret/enforce government regulations and ordinances, to facilitate public meetings and to promote public/private partnerships.
• Knowledge of shelter operating software and/or certification from the Society of Animal Welfare Administrators (SAWA) or National Animal Control Association (NACA) is a plus.
• A nine (9) year combination of specified education and/or experience will qualify.

Required Question

• What is your level of experience in animal sheltering operations management?
• What is your level of experience working in an animal shelter?
• What is your knowledge level in shelter medicine programs?
• What is your knowledge level of shelter management information software systems (e.g., Shelter Buddy, Petpoint, Chameleon, etc.)?
• What is your knowledge level in animal control?
• What is your experience level in handling and/or caring for live animals?
• What is your experience level in inventory management?
• What is your experience level in supervisory/management or lead work?
• Do you have a certification from the Society of Animal Welfare Administrators (SAWA)?
• Do you have a certification from the National Animal Control Association (NACA)?

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