Employment

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Mail to: 9777 SEAACA Street, Downey, CA 90241 (Attention Administration)
Drop off: In-person during business hours (9777 SEAACA Street, Downey, CA 90241)

The Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who recognizes our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance plans.

Some of the career opportunities within our organization are:

Field Services | Front Office | Veterinary Division | Care Center Operations (Kennel) | Licensing

Field Services:
Our field division consists of Animal Control Officers (ACOs), Senior ACOs, and a Corporal (Field Services Supervisor). Our officers respond to service requests ranging from animals reported running loose to allegations of animal cruelty and neglect.

Front Office:
Our front office consists of Clerks, Radio Dispatchers, and an Office Supervisor. The office staff is responsible for greeting the public, as well as processing, and finalizing adoptions of shelter animals. They receive calls for service from the public and forward those calls to the Field Officers to ensure timely responses to citizens' problems or questions.

Veterinary Division:
Our veterinary division consists of Animal Health Technicians, Registered Veterinary Technician Clinic Supervisor, and a Licensed Veterinarian. The veterinary staff is responsible for spay and neuter surgeries of all adopted shelter animals, monitoring and maintaining the health of the shelter animals, and operating our low cost vaccination clinic.

Care Center Operations (Kennel):
Our kennel staff consists of Animal Care Technicians (ACTs), a Sr. ACT, and a Faculty Supervisor. They are responsible for the day to day care of our shelter animals; providing food, water, and compassion for each animal within our facility.

Licensing:
Our Licensing division consists of clerks and license canvassers. They are responsible for enforcing animals licensing requirements within our cities.

Current Openings:

All positions listed are for employment at our Downey, California facility. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older. No phone calls; please apply as directed in each listing.

JOB DESCRIPTION: VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Salary: $19.4936 to $24.1491 per hour, generous benefit package, including 14% agency contribution to retirement. (unbenefited position during 6-month training period)

DEFINITION:
Under direct supervision of the Veterinary Clinic Supervisor, assists the registered veterinary technicians (RVT), veterinarians, and receptionists in all duties in the veterinary division. Responsible for the quality of humane and profession treatment of all animals in the care of SEAACA including the maintenance and care of animals, monitoring of animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury; cleaning, disinfection and sanitation of cages and work areas; sterilizes laboratory and surgical instruments and equipment; assists veterinarians with healthcare duties; provides routine post-operative care; administers medication orally or topically; prepares samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinarian or licensed veterinary technician.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Observes animals in animal care center custody for signs of disease, illness or injury and reports these to Veterinarian.
Feeds, waters, and monitors animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury under Veterinary care.
Cleans, disinfects and sanitizes cages, work areas, laundry, laboratory equipment, and surgical equipment. Maintains Veterinary division facilities.
Prepares animals for treatment or surgery and assists Veterinarian during treatment or surgery.
Assists Veterinarian in variety of healthcare duties, including injections, venipuncture, and wound dressing.
Prepares examination or treatment room, and holds or restrains animal during treatment.
Intake and release of privately owned animals entering the animal care center for Veterinary care.
Provides agency and general information over the counter and on the telephone. Gives written/verbal information and instruction to public at front counter.
Provide professional/courteous customer service to clients.
Processes monetary transactions for veterinary treatments and other services.
Other duties as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION: STAFF VETERINARIAN

Annual Salary Range: $133,657 to $165,578

DEFINITION:
State of California licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. When onsite, SEAACA’s staff veterinarian is responsible for maintaining the health of all animals in the care of the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA)..

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS:

Examines animals for prospective adoptions to ensure health condition.
Vaccinates animals against Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Upper Respiratory Infection, and other diseases common to canines and felines.
Performs spay and neuter surgeries.
Collaborate with Chief Veterinarian to ensure SEAACA’s operations are conducted using appropriate and up-to-date medical and surgical practices.
Maintain a culture of collaboration and teamwork among the entire Veterinary Services team.
Examines and treats injured or sick animals that come into SEAACA’s care.
May monitor quarantine of animals that have been involved in a bite.
May assist field officers with cruelty investigations or rescues where medical intervention is necessary.
Participate in euthanasia decision making. Train and certify staff to perform euthanasia procedures.
Other duties as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION: ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER

Salary: $22.8182 to $28.2675 per hour, generous benefit package, including 14% agency contribution to retirement. (Unbenefited position during training). Minimum age requirement: 18 years of age

DEFINITION:
A Limited Law Enforcement Officer, under the direct supervision of Corporal and Senior Animal Control Officers. Performs tasks related to enforcing city and state ordinances regarding the care and treatment of all types of animals, wild and domestic, dead or alive. Educates the community about stray or vicious animals and related diseases; captures, impounds, relocates, and when necessary, disposes of animals; and maintains records. Investigates animal bite cases and animal complaints; issues citations. Prepares reports as applicable. Testify in court as directed.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Impounds of dogs at large and in violation of City ordinances. Impounds domestic and wild animals in response to citizen and government agency requests for service.
Investigates citizen complaints and requests from government agencies regarding violations of city and state ordinances pertaining to the proper care and control of animals.
Issues verbal warnings, written warnings or citations for ordinance violations, when appropriate.
Responds to emergency complaints such as animal bites, animal cruelty, control of poisonous or dangerous animals and other incidents.
Prepares reports of incidents including animal bites, animal cruelty, vicious dogs and other incidents, often to be used in court prosecution.
Assists law enforcement or other agencies upon request with animal problems.
Maintains accurate daily log of activities performed.
Prepares impound records for each animal impounded. Performs animal license records verifications to contact and locate owners of animals with identification.
Educates the public on responsible pet ownership and the ordinances regarding animals.
Transports injured or sick animals for needed veterinary treatment as appropriate.
Maintains a sanitized and appropriately stocked vehicle for performance of duties.
Maintains certification for and performs euthanasia as necessary.
Processes monetary transactions for provided services.
Delivers correspondence and citations to city halls and courts.
Other duties as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION: LICENSE CANVASSER

$19.4936 - $24.1491 an hour - Temporary Part-Time employment status does not qualify for health and dental benefits. Retirement: Employee contributes (5%) of wages to a PARS ARS Account; SEAACA contributes the equivalent of 2.50% of the employee’s wages to their PARS ARS Retirement Account. (Non-benefited position)

DEFINITION:
This is a temporary, part-time position under the direct supervision of the Revenue and Licensing Program Manager. An Animal License Canvasser canvasses residence and business districts enforcing animal license ordinances; collects money for license fee payments and issues receipts to animal owners. Verifies rabies vaccination and sterilization records of dogs in the field and reconciles daily revenue collections. Animal License Canvassers may also issue official notices. The nature of the work requires prolonged walking, standing and driving. This position involves heavy public contact.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Canvasses residences and businesses enforcing animal license ordinances and laws.
Verifies rabies vaccinations.
Collects payment for licenses and issues receipts.
Maintains records and prepares reports that could be used in court as legal evidence.
Disseminates public education materials to residents.
Observes and reports suspicious activities involving animal related concerns, such as inhumane treatment, animal fighting, breeding activities, exotic animals, etc., to the appropriate department of the Agency, and assists other departments as needed.
Assist and work at state mandated low-cost clinics and/or SEAACA promotional events.
May utilize personal vehicle during the course of employment with mileage reimbursement (see reverse).
Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION: ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

$19.4931 - $24.1486 hourly, generous benefit package, including 14% agency contribution to retirement. (unbenefited position during training)

DEFINITION:
Under direct supervision of the Facility Supervisor and Lead Animal Care Technician, cares for the animals that come into the SEAACA Animal Care Center and maintains the facility. Working hours and days off may be rotated. Hours may be for various durations, up to 12 hours a day, however, normally do not exceed eighty (80) hours in any two-week period and include weekends and holidays.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Provides food and water for domestic, exotic and wild animals at shelter.
Cleans and disinfects animal enclosures (some outside of the building) and feed bowls.
Impounds animals into animal care center and releases animals to owners and new adopters.
Humanely euthanizes animals.
Provides quality customer service.
Maintains facility.
Computer data entry, record keeping, and scanning animals for microchips.
Observes animals for signs of illness or injury and reports these to Veterinary Division.
Other work as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION: EXTRA HELP POSITION

$19.4936 to $24.1491/ HOURLY

DEFINITION:
The Southeast Area Animal Control Authority is seeking motivated, temporary part-time employees in an Extra Help position to join their team of industry professionals. Develop your skills and knowledge of the fast-paced environment of animal care and control at SEAACA. Any person hired in an Extra Help position is required to meet the minimum qualifications as detailed in this job description. Extra Help employees do not exceed 1,500 hours during 12 consecutive calendar months. The working hours are flexible and may include weekday and/or weekend scheduling.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Assist various SEAACA Departments with daily assignments
Provide enrichment for animals in SEAACA’s care including but not limited to interactions and walking of dogs
May involve exposure and/or interactions with dogs, cats and other animals varying in size, health and temperament
Clean and disinfect animal enclosures and enrichment items
Provides quality customer service.
Provides general and pet licensing information to SEAACA residents at the Care Center and in the community.
Care Center maintenance including but not limited to detailed cleaning
General operation of computers
Other duties as assigned

JOB DESCRIPTION: INTERIM FINANCE MANAGER

$9,000 to $10,500/MONTHLY

DEFINITION:
The Interim Finance Manager is a key leadership role responsible for strengthening SEAACA’s financial management capacity, implementing enterprise-wide financial controls, and ensuring accurate, timely, and transparent financial reporting. The interim term would be approx. five months, subject to extension by mutual agreement. This position oversees daily accounting activities, budget development and monitoring, cost allocation, financial controls, and supports transition to modernized financial systems. The Finance Manager also provides financial guidance to leadership staff and positions the Authority for a smooth onboarding of the permanent Finance & Accounting Manager anticipated in early CY27.

This role reports directly to the Interim Executive Director and works closely with SEAACA’s leadership team and the Board of Commissioners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Controls & Compliance

Design, introduce, and initially oversee enterprise-wide financial controls across all procurement workflows, ensuring compliance with internal policies, public-sector standards, and regulatory requirements.
Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and enhanced regulatory compliance, recommending policy or process improvements as needed.
Provide monthly oversight and review of third-party bookkeeping outputs to validate accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.

Budget Development, Monitoring & Reporting

Lead the effort to ensure accurate and timely expense allocations within SEAACA’s newly developed budget format.
Support the creation and maintenance of monthly budget-to-actual variance reporting for leadership and the Board.
Partner with the Interim Executive Director to optimize financial reporting systems in alignment with a data-driven governance model.

Financial Systems Transition & Process Improvement

Support the transition from manual timekeeping and payroll workflows to the agency-wide ADP implementation, coordinating with staff, consultants, and system vendors.
Evaluate financial processes to recommend improvements in efficiency, transparency, internal controls, and reporting accuracy.

Leadership, Training & Organizational Development

Serve as a budget and finance mentor to SEAACA leadership staff, ensuring new cost center managers understand and effectively use financial reporting tools and data.
Prepare the organization for the onboarding of a permanent Finance & Accounting Manager (TBD), establishing documented processes, training materials, and a stable financial operations environment.

Strategic Financial Support

Provide modeling and cost analysis for management and the Board during union negotiations, including preparing cost projections for proposed contract changes.
Collaborate with the Interim Executive Director to produce financial insights that strengthen decision-making, operational planning, and long-term financial sustainability.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Adoption Partner Clerk

$19.4946 to $24.1505 per hour

DEFINITION:
Under the supervision of the Manager of Animal Health & Community Engagement and the Adoption Partner Coordinator, the Adoption Partner Clerk plays a pivotal role in supporting nonprofit animal rescue organizations that partner with SEAACA to save as many animals as possible. The position responds to inquiries regarding shelter animals, Adoption Partner application status, and related matters by email, telephone, and in person. The Clerk also assists with documentation; processes adoptions, transfers, and fosters; performs animal releases; and prepares animals for pickup to help move them into positive outcomes as quickly as possible. The Adoption Partner Clerk provides professional, timely, and empathetic communication to rescues while proactively identifying potential rescue placement for animals. The position responds to requests, animal-related complaints, and inquiries; provides information and education regarding agency programs and services; assists with records requests; and performs related clerical, recordkeeping, and monetary-transaction duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide professional and courteous customer service to Adoption Partners, rescue organizations, and the public to support the effective and efficient placement of animals.
Review and process Adoption Partner applications accurately and promptly.
Provide agency and general information to Adoption Partners, rescue organizations, and the public.
Operate computers and applicable software to perform data entry and maintain records.
Manage day-to-day communication and scheduling with Adoption Partners and rescue organizations.
Generate and electronically distribute time-sensitive communications regarding the status of available animals.
Duties/Assignments may be modified from time to time. 9/1/2026
Prepare notes for available animals, including animal descriptions and documented medical or behavioral observations.
Assist in preparing animals for departure, including coordinating with the veterinary team and preparing relevant documents.
Help ensure the humane and compassionate treatment of all animals in SEAACA's care, including maintaining and caring for animals; monitoring animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury; and cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing cages and work areas.
Process monetary transactions.
Other duties as assigned.