Shelter Services Leader: Transform Adoptions & Care

Santa Barbara Humane; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Santa Barbara Humane is seeking a Manager of Shelter Services at our Santa Barbara Campus to lead daily shelter operations, client services, and program oversight. This hands-on leadership role blends strategic planning with operational management, team development, and cross‑department collaboration to advance humane sheltering practices.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of management experience in an animal shelter or veterinary setting and a demonstrated commitment to Socially Conscious

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of management experience in an animal shelter or veterinary setting.
• Strong understanding of animal welfare and Socially Conscious Sheltering.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shelter operations and client services.
• Lead strategic planning, operational management, and program oversight.
• Collaborate with departments and community partners to advance humane sheltering practices.
• Manage adoption-driven capacity and coordinate medical care, enrichment, foster programs, and behavior support.

Skills

Management experience

Team leadership

Animal welfare knowledge

Community partnerships

Job description

Santa Barbara Humane is seeking a Manager of Shelter Services at our Santa Barbara Campus to lead daily shelter operations, client services, and program oversight. This hands-on leadership role blends strategic planning with operational management, team development, and cross‑department collaboration to advance humane sheltering practices.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of management experience in an animal shelter or veterinary setting and a demonstrated commitment to Socially Conscious