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Salary : $76,915.66 - $98,362.61 Annually
Location : City of Stockton, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Job Number: 0526-07536
Department: Police
Opening Date: 05/10/2026
Closing Date: 6/26/2026 5:30 PM Pacific
DEFINITION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
BIWEEKLY SALARY RANGE:
$2,958.29 - $3,113.16 - $3,264.13 - $3,428.71 - $3,601.59 - $3,783.18
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: The week of July 20, 2026 (TBD) (Candidate must appear in person for examination.)
The current vacancy exists in the City of Stockton's Animal Services Department and will be assigned to Field Services and/or Animal Shelter. The incumbent is required to work full-time with 8 to 10 hour shifts and days of vary.
Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status represented by the Mid-Management/Supervisory bargaining unit. (Classified/Represented)
This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full-time, regular status at time of application, City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list, the open list or a combination of both.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting and a medical examination which includes a back evaluation.
Under direction, plans, organizes and directs the activities of the Animal Services Section, including enforcement of State and City animal services laws and the operation of a City/County animal shelter; performs other duties related to humane animal protection and services; performs related work as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This single position class has division level responsibility for administration of the City-wide animal services program within general policy guidelines. The incumbent is responsible for formulating policy, developing goals and objectives, supervising staff, administering the section budget, and directing day-to-day field and shelter activities.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

• Participates in the selection of staff; provides for the training and development, supervision, and evaluation of staff; and recommends and implements disciplinary action as required.
• Plans, organizes, coordinates, administers and directs the work of the Animal Services Section; develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the section.
• Prepares a variety of reports related to short- and long-range City animal services needs, and develops specific proposals to meet them.
• Develops and oversees humane education programs.
• Develops, plans and implements targeted spay and neuter programs.
• Recruits shelter volunteers and coordinates and oversees their activities.
• Develops policy and programs related to the humane care of shelter animals.
• Develops population control strategies for decreasing animal euthanasia
• Assigns and directs field and shelter activities, including patrol. Enforces State and City laws regarding animal services, feeding, care, adoption, placement, quarantine, euthanasia and disposal, collection of fees, and shelter operation and maintenance, directly and through subordinate staff.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of the section's budget.
• Coordinates with County animal services on budget and revenue related to the joint shelter, mutual assistance policy and shelter procedures applicable to County employees.
• Investigates and resolves complaints regarding animal services and shelter activities; ensures observance of safe working practices.
• Works with other agencies, departments, concerned groups and private organizations to coordinate existing services.
• Ensures compliance of section activities to pertinent codes, regulations and guidelines; coordinates with City Attorney on matters pertaining to enforcement, prosecution, legal interpretation and changes in local and state laws applicable to animal services.
• Monitors developments related to animal services, evaluates their impact on City operations and implements policy and procedure improvements.
• Prepares and maintains written records and correspondence.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Possession of a high school diploma or GED and two years of lead or supervisory experience in animal care or services or other related field. Registered Veterinary Technician certification or additional course work or training in animal services, animal behavior, public relations or law enforcement may substitute for up to one year of the required lead or supervisory experience.
Other Requirements:

• Must possess a valid California Class C driver license.
• Must be physically fit to work with animals and be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Must be available for 24 hour emergency call back.
• As a condition of continued employment, must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment, California Penal Code 832 Certificate; and must possess or obtain within eighteen (18) months of appointment, required training in accordance with Title 16, Section 2039 of the California Code of Regulations and the State of California Corporations Code, Section 14502. State of California Corporations Code, Section14502 re-certification must be maintained.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of animal services, animal care, animal law enforcement, humane education, spay and neuter programs, animal shelter and placement;
• Supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and implementation, and employee supervision;
• Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in animal services and care;
• Safety regulations, safe work practices, and safety equipment related to the work;and
• State and local codes, ordinances and guidelines pertaining to the work.

Skill in:

• Planning, assigning, directing and coordinating field, shelter and office aspects of animal services;
• Managing and directing programs and procedures for animal services and public education related to animal services;
• Selecting, motivating, and evaluating staff and providing for their training and development;
• Monitoring a section budget;
• Analyzing operational and administrative problems, evaluating alternatives, and recommending or implementing effective courses of action;
• Developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and management control;
• Preparing clear and concise records, reports, correspondence and other written materials;
• Exercising sound, independent judgment within general policy guidelines; and
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work; and forming working relationships with rescue groups as specified by California State Law.

The Examination:
Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include an oral and/or practical examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.
ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
NOTES:

• After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing.
• Notices and correspondence will be sent via e-mail only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct e-mail address is provided and that correspondence is received.
• NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with neogov.com.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster services workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
BARGAINING UNIT: SUPERVISORY
NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect,
01
The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.

• I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

02
Do you possess, or can you obtain prior to employment, a valid California Class "C" driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

04
Education:If you possess an AA degree or higher from a United States accredited college, please send a copy to Eric.Torr@stocktonca.gov no later than the final filing date.

• I possess an AA degree or higher and will submit proof no later than the final filing date.
• I do not possess an AA degree or higher.

05
Experience Requirement: This position requires a minimum 1 year lead or supervisory work experience in animal care services or other related field. The education and work experience must be clear and complete on your application. (Failure to indicate qualifying work experience will result in application denial.)This position allows for 3 different types of qualifying experience. Please read carefully and indicate your qualifying pattern.

• Pattern 1: High School Diploma or GED and 2 years lead or supervisory experience in animal care or services or other related field.
• Pattern 2: High School Diploma or GED and 1 year lead or supervisory experience in animal care or services or other related field and RVT (Registered Veterinary Technician) certification.
• Pattern 3: High School Diploma or GED and 1 year lead or supervisory experience in animal care or services or other related field and 1 year additional course work or training in animal services, animal behavior, public relations or law enforcement.
• No, I do not qualify for the above three patterns.

06
Please check any of the following certificates or training that you possess.

• California Penal Code 832 Certificate
• Training in accordance with California Corporations Code 14502
• Euthanasia Certificate as specified in California Corporations Code 2039
• Training in the Chemical Immobilization of Animals
• I do not possess any certificates or training.

07
Please describe, in detail, your experience overseeing and directing programs and/or projects for animal services and public education related to animal services. Include type of experience, agency, organization, program or project name and length of time performing this duty. Type "N/A" if not applicable to your experience.
08
Do you possess the physical fitness to work with animals and lift and carry up to 80 pounds?

• Yes
• No

09
This position requires incumbents to be available for 24-hour emergency call back?Do you understand and agree to this requirement?

• Yes
• No

10
As a condition of continued employment, incumbents must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment, California Penal Code 832 Certificate; and must possess or obtain within eighteen (18) months of appointment, required training in accordance with Title 16, Section 2039 of the California Code of Regulations and the State of California Corporations Code, Section 14502. State of California Corporations Code, Section 14502 re-certification must be maintained. Do you understand this condition of employment?

• I understand, and will comply with this requirement.

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