Comptroller

Position Purpose

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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.

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01

What is your level of experience in animal sheltering operations management?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to three years
• Three to five years
• Five or more years

02

What is your level of experience working in an animal shelter?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to three years
• Three to five years
• Five or more years

03

What is your knowledge level in shelter medicine programs?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

04

What is your knowledge level of shelter management information software systems (e.g., Shelter Buddy, Petpoint, Chameleon, etc.)?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

05

What shelter management information software do you have experience with? (check all that apply)

• Shelter Buddy
• Petpoint
• Chameleon
• Other
• None of the Above

06

What is your knowledge level in animal control?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

07

What is your level of experience in handling and/or caring for live animals?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to three years
• Three to five years
• Five or more years

08

What is your knowledge level in animal behavior and/or training?

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

09

What is your experience level in inventory management?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Two or more years

10

What is your experience level in supervisory/management or lead work?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to two years
• Two or more years

11

Do you have a certification from the Society of Animal Welfare Administrators (SAWA)?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have a certification from the National Animal Control Association (NACA)?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question