Top 26 Animal management Jobs in Costa Mesa Ca

Animal Shelter Manager
City of Laguna Beach, CA —Laguna Beach, CA
- $100,900 - $141,200 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
General Manager - Dog Daycare Boarding and Training Facility
Bark Collective —Costa Mesa, CA
- $72,000 - $92,000 a year
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Director of Professional Services Veterinarians
Antech Diagnostics —Fountain Valley, CA
- $160,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Continuing education credits
- Paid parental leave
2d
Lead Veterinarian
All Creatures Care Cottage —Costa Mesa, CA
- $200,000 - $230,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- 2 years
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Lead Veterinarian
ASPCA —Carson, CA
- $169,500 - $179,500 a year
- 8 hour shift
- English
- Mid-level
- Outpatient experience
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
Veterinary Technician - Chemotherapy Team Lead
Veterinary Cancer Group OC —Tustin, CA
- From $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Patient monitoring
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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10d
Lead Registered Veterinary Technician
Marina Hills Animal Hospital —Laguna Niguel, CA
- $32 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Veterinary Practice Manager
Newport Harbor Animal Hospital —Costa Mesa, CA
- $30 - $37 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Veterinary Technician Supervisor
VCA Animal Hospitals —Long Beach, CA
- $23.00 - $32.75 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Veterinary Technician Manager
BluePearl Vet, LLC —Irvine, CA
- $38 - $55 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- US work authorization
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
Mid - Senior Wildlife Biologist / Project Manager - Orange County
Dudek —Mission Viejo, CA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
Animal Care Supervisor
Petco —Lakewood, CA
- $21.50 - $33.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Merchandising
- Maintenance
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Veterinary Operation Manager
ORANGE FRIENDLY ANIMAL HOSPITAL —Orange, CA
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Recruiting
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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11d
Assistant Veterinary Practice Manager
Petco —Huntington Beach, CA
- $20 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Surgery
- Fair chance
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Lead Veterinarian
Marina Hills Animal Hospital —Laguna Niguel, CA
- $200,000 - $230,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- 2 years
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Imaging Supervisor NM/PET/CT - Nuclear Medicine IP - Orange - FT - Day
University of California, Irvine —Orange, CA
- $58.91 - $113.89 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Inventory management
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Veterinary Medical Director
Companion Pet Partners, LLC —Huntington Beach, CA
- $180,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clinic experience
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
13d
Veterinary Medical Director
BluePearl Vet, LLC —Irvine, CA
- $220,000 - $260,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clinic experience
- Recruiting
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
Grooming Salon Manager
Petco —Costa Mesa, CA
- $15 - $30 an hour + tips
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- No high school diploma
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Lead Veterinarian
Monarch Veterinary Hospital —Laguna Niguel, CA
- $200,000 - $230,000 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Leadership
- 2 years
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Animal Shelter Manager

City of Laguna Beach, CA -
Laguna Beach, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$100,900 - $141,200 a year

Benefits

Health insurance

Qualifications

Animal health monitoring
Companion animal handling
Managing pet care teams
Animal shelter experience
Team leadership
High school diploma or GED
Injection administration
Driver's License
Supervising experience
Animal husbandry

Full Job Description

Description

The City of Laguna Beach is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Shelter Manager (Classification is Kennel Manager) to lead the daily operations of our Animal Shelter. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on animal welfare and public safety while overseeing a talented team of staff and volunteers. The Animal Shelter Manager is responsible for ensuring the humane care, treatment, and placement of all animals, maintaining a safe and legally compliant facility, and fostering strong partnerships with veterinarians, community organizations, and residents. This position combines leadership, hands-on animal care, and community engagement to promote responsible pet ownership and enhance the City’s animal services programs.

Please note: While the current classification is Kennel Manager, the position will be listed with the working title “Animal Shelter Manager”. As part of the City’s Classification and Compensation Study, is anticipated to be updated. Changes may include reclassification and retitle to Animal Shelter Manager, and moving the position to the Police and Fire Management Association.

What You’ll Be Great At:

Leading and inspiring staff and volunteers to provide exceptional animal care.
Managing daily shelter operations, including intake, medical care, and adoptions.
Ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant facility.
Engaging the community through outreach, education, and animal welfare programs.
Overseeing budgets, supplies, and vendor partnerships.
Making thoughtful decisions and responding to emergencies with professionalism.
Using technology and social media to promote adoptions and share shelter stories.

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the next review on June 30, 2026.

Examples of Duties

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Kennel Manager. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Qualifications

Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education:

Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
An Associate’s degree in animal science, veterinary technology, animal husbandry, business or public administration, or a related field is highly desirable; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Coursework or certification as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Animal Shelter Management certification is desirable.

Experience:

Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the care, handling, and treatment of domestic animals in an animal shelter, veterinary hospital, or related facility, including experience with animal intake, health monitoring, and adoption programs; and
At least two (2) years of supervisory experience overseeing staff and/or volunteers in an animal care or shelter environment.

License/Certificate Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire, certification in euthanasia by injection.
Certification or training in animal shelter management, chemical immobilization, or similar fields is desirable.

Supplemental Information

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies in the same or lower classifications.

The position is subject to being on-call for natural disasters and other emergency incidents that might require the evacuation of the animal shelter and the transportation of the animals to alternative locations.

Application Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the next review on June 30, 2026. Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. Additional job-related skills testing may be used to assess an applicant's ability to perform successfully in this position. All those candidates passing each exam component will be placed on an employment eligibility list. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.

Pre-employment Process: A candidate selected for this position must successfully a complete police background investigation including a fingerprint check and polygraph examination, a thorough reference check/employment verification, and a pre-employment medical exam including a drug test.

Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, alternative work schedules, wellness programs and more! The?City?has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. EEO/ADA.

The proposed salary range of $100,900 – $141,200 is subject to City Council approval.

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