Breeding Foster Program Lead

Guiding Eyes; Town of Patterson (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package (Medical,

403(b) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Dog-friendly on-site

Job summary

Guiding Eyes for the Blind in the United States seeks a Breeding Foster Program Manager to lead our brood and stud dog fostering network, ensuring welfare, health, and successful placements.

You will collaborate across Veterinary Services, Breeding Operations, Canine Development, and Volunteer Engagement to recruit and support foster families, maintain records, and advance program goals while upholding our mission to transform lives through guide dogs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in animal welfare, canine programs, breeding programs, volunteer management, customer service, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of canine behavior, health, handling, and welfare principles.
• Experience coordinating programs, facilitating trainings, and driving successful outcomes.
• Experience working with volunteers, community-based programs, or customer-facing populations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the placement, oversight, and ongoing support of brood and stud dogs residing in volunteer foster homes.
• Monitor brood and stud dogs throughout their breeding careers to ensure optimal health, welfare, temperament, and reproductive success.
• Coordinate dog transitions, evaluations, temporary care arrangements, veterinary appointments, and retirement placements.
• Evaluate prospective foster volunteers and make placement recommendations based on program needs, dog characteristics, volunteer capabilities, and household considerations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to dog health, breeding status, performance, and foster placements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Volunteer management

Relationship building

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Education

Bachelor's degree in Animal Science

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Guiding Eyes for the Blind in the United States seeks a Breeding Foster Program Manager to lead our brood and stud dog fostering network, ensuring welfare, health, and successful placements.

You will collaborate across Veterinary Services, Breeding Operations, Canine Development, and Volunteer Engagement to recruit and support foster families, maintain records, and advance program goals while upholding our mission to transform lives through guide dogs.