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Best Friends Animal Society · 3 months ago

Manager, Embed Project Operations (Travel Based role)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$74K/yr - $80K/yr

5+ years exp

Best Friends Animal Society is a leading organization dedicated to animal welfare, seeking a Manager for its Embed Project Operations. In this role, you will collaborate with animal shelters across the U.S. to implement action plans that enhance shelter operations and save animal lives, requiring extensive travel and hands-on involvement.

EducationGovernmentNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborate with shelter staff to implement customized action plans

Strengthen shelter programs like playgroups, pathway planning, biosecurity, field services, and more

Advocate for modern policies with local stakeholders

Be the reason animals get a second chance

Qualification

Animal shelter operationsChange managementTeam managementStatistical analysisPublic speakingBilingual SpanishCustomer-centric approachMicrosoft Office proficiencyAnimal management softwareInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsLeadership skills

Required

5+ years of experience working within animal shelter(s) garnering a comprehensive understanding of proven animal sheltering and field operations strategies to increase dog and cat lifesaving is required

At least 3 years of demonstrated management experience in a shelter environment, including overseeing staff, implementing lifesaving strategies, and driving change management initiatives

Strengths and experience in utilizing statistical information to inform, develop, and implement division and department-level strategic plans, including change management strategies and program direction; proven attention to detail with advanced organizational and time management skills

Prior experience, comfortability, and understanding of diplomacy needed when working with internal and external stakeholders, including those in government offices

Customer-centric, non-judgmental approach to engaging with adopters, partners, visitors, volunteers, and colleagues; familiarity and comfort with nonjudgmental philosophies

Excellent leadership skills with the ability to act decisively with a get-it-done attitude in difficult and fast-paced situations; strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to initiate and influence change; a team player, upbeat, energetic, tactful, and diplomatic, able to get along with people from different backgrounds, as well as the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with public speaking and presentation experience. Ability to professionally advocate Best Friends' positions on issues; experience in supporting, engaging with, and developing relationships with volunteers and donors

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; familiarity with shelter software/animal management software, or desire to learn, comfort learning new systems, including online information systems

Must be able to routinely lift 50 pounds

Extended periods of time working on the computer with repetitive typing, arm, and hand motion

Ability to be in a shelter environment and work in the presence of both cats and dogs, including organizations where cats and dogs are currently being killed for space

Bend, stoop, reach, climb, twist, crawl, stand and walk for an extended period

Must be able to work in weather with temperatures varying between extreme hot and extreme cold

Able to work varying hours, which may include early morning and/or late evening hours

Ability to travel via various forms of transportation

Must have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years, ability to qualify to be added to Best Friends insurance, ability to travel and/or drive on behalf of Best Friends, including overnight stays, when needed

Frequent extended travel and on-going temporary relocation is part of this role. Travel is expected to be up to 90%