Chief of Shelter Operations & Animal Welfare

Cleveland Animal Protective League; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 134,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Animal Protective League seeks a Vice President of Operations to guide shelter operations, humane law enforcement, veterinary services, and community programs. You will partner with the President & CEO to shape strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence across facilities and IT.

The role demands senior leadership experience in nonprofit settings, strong financial oversight, and a commitment to animal welfare, customer service, and organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree strongly desired for executive leadership roles.
• Five or more years in executive leadership at a shelter or nonprofit setting.
• Experience in operations management, strategic planning, and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for shelter operations, veterinary services, and program delivery.
• Develop annual operating and capital budgets with the CEO and finance team.
• Lead regulatory compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across departments.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting & financial oversight

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Nonprofit leadership experience desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Cleveland Animal Protective League seeks a Vice President of Operations to guide shelter operations, humane law enforcement, veterinary services, and community programs. You will partner with the President & CEO to shape strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence across facilities and IT.

The role demands senior leadership experience in nonprofit settings, strong financial oversight, and a commitment to animal welfare, customer service, and organizational growth.