Vice President of Shelter Operations
Houston SPCA · Houston, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteAdministrativeFull-time
What You’ll Do
- Lead Shelter Operations
- Oversee all shelter services including animal care, veterinary services, cruelty investigations, wildlife, and equine and farm animal programs
- Ensure compliance with animal welfare laws and industry standards, including ASV guidelines
- Respond to operational challenges and emergencies with confidence and care
- Make difficult decisions with integrity, safety, and animal welfare as top priorities
- Turn Strategy Into Action
- Work closely with the President & CEO and executive team
- Turn organizational goals into clear plans, policies, and results
- Improve and expand programs using best practices and data
- Manage Budgets and Resources
- Develop and manage multi-million-dollar budgets
- Track financial performance and control costs responsibly
- Evaluate vendors and identify funding or revenue opportunities
- Develop and Support Teams
- Hire, coach, and develop senior leaders and managers
- Create a respectful, inclusive, and mission-focused culture
- Lead change and continuous improvement across departments
- Use Data to Drive Results
- Set clear performance goals and track outcomes
- Share regular reports with executive leadership and the Board
- Build accountability while supporting collaboration
Who You Are
- You are a leader who:
- Communicates clearly and calmly under pressure
- Uses data and judgment to make informed decisions
- Buils trust with staff, partners, and the community
- Leads people with fairness, confidence, and empathy
- Are deeply committed to animal welfare and public service
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
- At least 5 years of senior management experience
- Experience managing large teams and complex operations
- Budget and financial management experience
- Knowledge of animal shelter operations and standards of care
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Passion for mission-driven work
Benefits That Support You
- Health & Financial
- Military & Military Spouse
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- Time Off & Well-being
- Professional Development & Continuing Education Opportunities
- Animal-Lover Perks