Animal Shelter Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shelter operations and animal care activities.
• Ensure safe, clean, and enriching environments for all animals.
• Manage animal intake, vaccinations, medications, and recordkeeping.
• Maintain accurate animal health, behavioral, and medical records.
• Ensure compliance with shelter safety protocols and animal handling procedures.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Monitor animal health and behavior in collaboration with veterinary staff.
• Manage inventories of medical and shelter supplies.
• Cook up and coordinate external veterinary appointments and animal transportation.
• Oversee weekly surgery scheduling and coordination with staff, veterinarians, fosters, and partner organizations.
• Obtain and maintain euthanasia certification and perform euthanasia services as required, including maintaining related records, licenses, and controlled substances inventory.
• Supervise, schedule, train, coach, and evaluate Animal Care staff.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, performance management, and disciplinary processes.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment.
• Conduct staff meetings and communicate operational updates.
• Collaborate with volunteer and development staff to identify volunteer needs and training opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with municipalities, law enforcement agencies, veterinarians, rescue partners, and community organizations.
• Stay current with industry trends and recommend operational improvements.
• Manage billing related to medical services provided for partner organizations and public animals.
• Cook up with maintenance staff regarding facility and grounds needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED required; a bachelor's degree preferred.
• A minimum of one year of supervisory experience required; three years preferred.
• A minimum of two years of animal shelter, veterinary, or related animal care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of companion animal health and behavior.
• A current euthanasia certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to drive a cargo van.
• Experience with shelter management software is a plus.

Desired Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Compassion for animals and the people who care for them.
• The ability to handle dogs, cats, and other companion animals safely.
• Strong customer service skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in an emotionally demanding environment.
• A willingness to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Contact Information

This is a full time job
Contact Details
Closing Date: Monday, August 31, 2026