Director of Pet Adoption & Placement Services

Lifeline Animal Project Inc; Chamblee (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeline Animal Project Inc is seeking a Director of Placement Services to lead multiple placement departments and manage budgets and policies. The role emphasizes cross-department collaboration, staff development, and data-driven improvement of adoption and care outcomes.

The Director will oversee SOPs, coordinate weekly meetings, and partner with the Senior Director of Operations to drive placement strategies while maintaining high standards of animal welfare and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Compassion for animals and people served by LifeLine.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple placement departments (adoption, foster, pathways, rescue, volunteers).
• Provide performance feedback and conduct reviews.
• Manage program budgets and SOP reviews; set goals and report progress.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure coordinated placement efforts.
• Maintain policies, procedures, and documentation updates.

Skills

Compassion for animals

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Database systems

Job description

Lifeline Animal Project Inc is seeking a Director of Placement Services to lead multiple placement departments and manage budgets and policies. The role emphasizes cross-department collaboration, staff development, and data-driven improvement of adoption and care outcomes.

The Director will oversee SOPs, coordinate weekly meetings, and partner with the Senior Director of Operations to drive placement strategies while maintaining high standards of animal welfare and community engagement.