Vice President, Cruelty Recovery Center

Vice President, Cruelty Recovery Center About the Company Nationwide organization supporting animal welfare

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1866


Employees
501-1000



Categories Non-Profit & PhilanthropyB2CAnimal WelfareAnimalsCharitable Organizations & FoundationsDogsNew York CityOrganizationsPetsAssociationNon ProfitAnimal Rights Business Classifications B2C About the Role The Company is seeking a Vice President for its Cruelty Recovery Center. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled and effective leader, capable of managing a large, diverse team in a fast-paced and complex work environment. The role involves overseeing program operations, ensuring the well-coordinated and high-quality care of at-risk animals, and maintaining strong communication and cooperation among staff and with partnering teams. The VP will be responsible for program leadership, team management, and cross-team collaboration, and must be dedicated to the organization's mission of improving the lives of animals.

Applicants for the VP position at the company's Cruelty Recovery Center should have a BS, BA, or equivalent professional experience, with a minimum of 5 years' in a leadership role within animal welfare. The role requires exceptional leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills, as well as the ability to inspire and manage a large team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal sheltering, thorough knowledge of animal welfare, and experience in managing a substantial budget. A compassionate animal advocate, the VP must be adept at problem-solving, be resilient to stress, and be able to balance the needs of both the animals and the team. Experience in disaster response, project management, and a CAWA designation are all highly valued.

Hiring Manager Title
VP, Rehabilitation Services and the SVP of Policy, Response and Engagement



Travel Percent
20%

Functions General ManagementStrategyOperations