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Senior Director, Animal Care Operations

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aspca logoAspca · NY
$145K–$155K/yrFull-timeOn-site3w ago
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About the role

Are you a strategic thinker with a talent for leading diverse teams? Are you passionate about promoting an inclusive work environment? Do you find inspiration in improving the lives of animals? If so, consider the role of Senior Director, Animal Care Operations. The Senior Director ensures that shelter staff, volunteers, and foster families provide good care and support for animals, leading to the best possible outcomes both in the shelter and in foster homes. The Senior Director champions the belief that animals receive the best care when the people who care for them are well supported. This involves effective recruitment and onboarding, ensuring established standards are met, and fostering a culture where staff and volunteers feel valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. Operationally, the Senior Director will oversee the adherence to established processes while encouraging innovative practices that enhance animal welfare and support for people. This includes sharing successful innovations with the broader animal welfare community. The ASPCA Adoption Center & Kitten Nursery provides intake and holistic care, including medical and behavioral support, and outcomes for animals in New York City that need us most. Our population consists of five groups of animals: Animal victims of cruelty and neglect brought to us by the NYPD Animals brought to us through our Community Engagement team Underage kittens and other medically compromised stray animals Animals surrendered by their owners and in need of adoption into new homes Animals transferred in from shelter/rescue partners The Adoption Center & Kitten Nursery teams utilize and develop best practices for providing care and innovative placement strategies for these specialized populations and are committed to engaging community members in animal care efforts.

Responsibilities

  • The Senior Director, Animal Care Operations (Senior Director) reports directly to the Senior Director of Operations, Adoption Center & Feline Programs (SDO) and has three direct reports and 29 indirect reports.
  • The Senior Director will collaborate with the Vice President and Senior Leadership Team to position the Adoption Center as a learning hub that encourages public involvement as ambassadors for the ASPCA's mission through volunteerism, fostering, and adoption.
  • The Senior Director will lead a high-performing team dedicated to the care of approximately 2,000 at-risk pets each year, working effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the ASPCA's ultimate goal: ensuring that all animals live fulfilling lives.
  • Where and When You'll Work
  • This position is an on-site role and reports to the 92nd St. ASPCA Adoption Center location.
  • The schedule for this role will be a 5 consecutive-day workweek; one weekend day may be required.
  • Periodic schedule flexibility should be expected, including evening, weekend and holiday coverage to accommodate Adoption Center and team events and operational needs.
  • What You'll Get
  • Responsibility buckets are listed in general order of importance, and include but are not limited to:
  • Program Leadership and Strategy
  • As a member of the department's Senior Leader

Benefits

The target hiring range for this role is $145,000-$155,000 annuallyAt the ASPCA, you don't have to choose between your passion and making a living. Our comprehensive benefits package helps ensure you can live a rewarding life at work and at home. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:Affordable health coverage , including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision coverage.Flexible time off that includes vacation time, sick and bereavement time, paid parental leave, 10 company paid holidays, and paid personal time off that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you.Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions - we match dollar for dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year.Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the field, and so much more.For more information on our benefits offerings, visit our website .Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsParental leave

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