Cattery Manager

Virginia Beach S P C A Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid Time Off

Veterinary discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption discounts

Job summary

Virginia Beach SPCA in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a dedicated Cattery Manager to lead our feline and small animal care team. You will ensure compassionate, high-quality care and oversee daily operations in a busy shelter environment.

Join a collaborative team focused on humane education, adoption programs, and community outreach while guiding staff and maintaining standards across departments. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a meaningful opportunity to impact animals' lives

Qualifications

• Passion for animal welfare; minimum 3 years experience
• Leading, coaching, and supporting a team; minimum 1 year in a leadership role
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfortable working in an active shelter environment
• Pride in providing compassionate, high-quality care
• Works collaboratively with shelter, veterinary, and customer service teams
• Meets the qualifications outlined in the attached job description

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of animal care professionals
• Oversee daily care of feline and small animal populations
• Collaborate with other departments to maintain and develop community programs
• Active, hands-on leadership to support the team and animal welfare

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Animal welfare passion

Job description

Who We Are

At the Virginia Beach SPCA (VBSPCA), we believe every animal deserves compassionate care, comfort, and the opportunity to find a loving home. For more than 60 years, we’ve been serving the Hampton Roads community through animal sheltering and adoptions, affordable veterinary care, and humane education. Our mission is simple but meaningful: to eliminate animal suffering while increasing human compassion. Every member of our team plays an important role in bringing that mission to life.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working With Us

Make a Meaningful Impact

When you join the VBSPCA, you’re becoming part of a team that believes compassionate care can change lives — for animals and for the people who love them. Every day brings an opportunity to make a difference.

Be Part of a Collaborative Team

You’ll work alongside a team of dedicated animal welfare professionals who share your passion for animals and their well-being. We believe in supporting one another, sharing knowledge, and creating an environment where everyone can contribute and grow.

What You’ll Do

As Cattery Manager, you’ll lead a team of dedicated animal care professionals and help create an environment where our adoptable feline and small animal populations receive the highest standard of care. Along with overseeing the daily care of the feline and small animal populations, you will work closely with other organizational departments to maintain and develop a wide range of community programs. This is an active, hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys supporting a team, providing quality animal care, and making a meaningful difference in our community.

What We’re Looking For

The VBSPCA Shelter is a busy, fast-paced environment, and no two days are exactly alike. We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for animal welfare - Minimum of 3 years experience required
• Enjoys leading, coaching, and supporting a team - Minimum of a year experience in a leadership role
• Is organized, dependable, and able to manage competing priorities
• Has strong communication and customer service skills
• Is comfortable working in an active shelter environment
• Takes pride in providing compassionate, high-quality care
• Works collaboratively with shelter, veterinary, and customer service teams
• Meets the qualifications outlined in the attached job description

What We Offer

We believe in taking care of our team, too! Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Veterinary care discounts for your furry family members
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional support
• Adoption discounts when you’re ready to add another member to your pack

This is a full time position at 40 hours per week with a Salary Range - $42,000 - $46,000 annually. Starting compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

The VBSPCA Shelter is staffed 7 days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Our management team is expected to work at least one closing shift each week.