Executive Director — Animal Welfare & Community Impact

Scion Staffing, Inc.; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Simple IRA with match

Paid time off

Holidays

Personal days

Pet care benefit

Job summary

Pope Memorial SPCA, based in Concord, NH, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring excellence in animal welfare, fundraising, and financial stewardship. The role reports to the Board and guides staff, volunteers, and community partners toward sustainable growth and compassionate care.

The Executive Director will lead strategic planning, oversee the shelter and medical teams, manage budgets, and drive community engagement, with a focus on humane

Qualifications

• 3+ years of senior leadership experience in nonprofit/animal welfare.
• Bachelor’s in nonprofit management or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Proven fundraising and community engagement experience.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of NH animal welfare laws and shelter operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership with Board and staff.
• Oversee fundraising activities, major donor cultivation, and events.
• Direct financial planning, budgeting, and fiduciary oversight.
• Oversee shelter operations, animal welfare, and care standards.
• Lead staff development, SOPs, and cross‑department coordination.
• Represent organization publicly and enhance community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Strategic planning

Board relations

Financial management

Nonprofit leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

CAWA certification a plus

Job description

Pope Memorial SPCA, based in Concord, NH, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring excellence in animal welfare, fundraising, and financial stewardship. The role reports to the Board and guides staff, volunteers, and community partners toward sustainable growth and compassionate care.

The Executive Director will lead strategic planning, oversee the shelter and medical teams, manage budgets, and drive community engagement, with a focus on humane