Senior Advisor, Shelter Ops & Life-Saving Change

HumanePro; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Friends Animal Society is seeking a Senior Manager, Advisory Consultant- LAAS to serve as an on-site strategic advisor within Los Angeles Animal Services. You will work closely with LAAS leadership to drive a transformative three-year partnership with Best Friends and the ASPCA.

This role is a hands-on leadership position focused on transforming shelter operations, improving staff development, and delivering lifesaving outcomes for animals across Los Angeles.

Qualifications

• Experience leading animal welfare initiatives or municipal partnerships.
• Ability to inspire teams and drive organizational change.
• Proven track record in strategic advisory and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site strategic advisor to LAAS leadership.
• Support and implement a three-year strategic partnership between LAAS, Best Friends, and the ASPCA.
• Coach and build the capabilities of shelter operations staff.

Skills

Leadership

Partnerships

Staff development

Strategic advisory

Job description

Best Friends Animal Society is seeking a Senior Manager, Advisory Consultant- LAAS to serve as an on-site strategic advisor within Los Angeles Animal Services. You will work closely with LAAS leadership to drive a transformative three-year partnership with Best Friends and the ASPCA.

This role is a hands-on leadership position focused on transforming shelter operations, improving staff development, and delivering lifesaving outcomes for animals across Los Angeles.