Shelter Operations Lead: People-Centric Animal Care

Wisconsin Humane Society; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 35,500 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Paid family leave

Mental health and counseling support

Job summary

The Wisconsin Humane Society is seeking a full-time Assistant Shelter Operations Manager to provide leadership and support at the Racine Campus. In this role, you will ensure effective communication and collaboration among team members while maintaining high standards of animal care and client services.

This position involves managing day-to-day operations, addressing client needs, and fostering a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, the ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare, and the resilience to perform physically demanding tasks.

The hiring range for this position is $35,500 – $40,000, coupled with comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Aligned with mission and organizational values of compassion and respect.
• Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work.
• Flexibility in schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical ability to perform job demands, lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Communicate strategic direction and organizational values.
• Model a people-centered approach and solve problems.
• Respond to client issues regarding adoptions and surrenders.
• Support recruitment and training of staff and volunteers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organized self-starter

Ability to partner with diverse backgrounds

Job description

The Wisconsin Humane Society is seeking a full-time Assistant Shelter Operations Manager to provide leadership and support at the Racine Campus. In this role, you will ensure effective communication and collaboration among team members while maintaining high standards of animal care and client services.

This position involves managing day-to-day operations, addressing client needs, and fostering a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, the ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare, and the resilience to perform physically demanding tasks.

The hiring range for this position is $35,500 – $40,000, coupled with comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.