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GAHS is seeking a dynamic, visionary, data driven, mission aligned Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and expansion in animal welfare. The ideal candidate will be an empathetic, confident, and approachable servant leader who possesses strong communication skills and demonstrates unwavering integrity. With high emotional intelligence and a genuine collaborative approach to leadership, the Executive Director will foster a culture of growth, empowerment, innovation, and unity across all levels of the organization. The Executive Director will be a skilled fundraiser and brand ambassador, promoting the mission and values of GAHS as the face of the organization while building relationships with community partners, donors, and stakeholders. They will work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure sound governance, assist in board recruitment and diversification, partner in fundraising efforts and foster a productive and transparent relationship.
A proven change manager, the Executive Director will model industry best practices to advance the organization’s operational excellence and animal care standards.
An undergraduate degree from a four-year college or university is required.
Leadership experience in a nonprofit organization strongly preferred. Shelter experience and the CAWA credential is helpful.
Experience leading a team is required.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director of GAHS, leads the organization's mission, strategic vision, and overall operations. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including administration/HR, programs, fundraising, and community engagement. The Executive Director also fosters a positive work environment, inspires staff, and ensures the organization meets high standards of service and care.
Strategic Leadership and Vision:
• Strategic Planning: Develops and implements the organization's long-term strategic vision & goals.
• Mission Advancement: Leads efforts to advance the organization's mission of animal welfare.
• Organizational Growth: Guides organizational growth, potentially including technology and systems upgrades and facility expansion or major capital projects.
Operational Management:
• Administration Oversees and conducts much of the day-to-day administrative functions. Handles contract negotiations and works with city and town officials and community agencies.
• Program Management Leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of shelter programs. Ensures all programs – including adoption, community outreach, veterinary care, and temporary foster assistance meet the needs of pets and the public.
• Financial Management Manages the organization's budget and ensures financial compliance working as a team with the Board Treasurer and Directors. Maintains and/or oversees all day-to-day financial matters including, but not limited to, payroll, benefit plans, accounts receivable and payable, asset accounts. etc.
• Fundraising Leads fundraising efforts in partnership with the Development Director, including donor cultivation, corporate sponsorships, and grant acquisition.
• Staff Management Provides leadership and support to staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Community Engagement Connects with community members, volunteers, and external stakeholders. Represents GAHS in various opportunities to raise visibility and influence public policy and awareness.
• Compliance Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and GAHS policies.
• Facility Leads and manages facility expansions or major construction projects while maintaining continuous operations. Assumes responsibility for maintenance and appropriate use of shelter buildings, grounds, vehicles and equipment.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Personnel
In conjunction with the Operations Manager, hires, supervises and, when necessary, terminates staff; assumes responsibility for adequate training determining when outside training is appropriate and necessary; maintains employment records including earned time and conducts an annual review of senior staff and oversees reviews of other employees;
Enforces personnel policy, evaluates work schedules, coordinates vacation days to minimize overtime.
Informs Board President of all personnel matters including those involving the Executive Director.
- Board of Directors
Implements Board policies and directives.
Informs the Board of all relevant matters at monthly board meetings, periodic committee meetings and other appropriate times.
Notifies the Board president immediately of all emergency situations.
Obtains prior Board approval on any policy changes.
Obtains Board approval before initiating or eliminating any fundraising activities.
Takes responsibility for any other duties appropriate for the Executive Director as deemed necessary by the Board of Directors.
Must obtain Board approval for expenditures in excess of an amount determined by the Board of Directors.
Analyzes, prepares and presents for Board approval all written proposals and contracts;
- Public Relations
Consults with Board and gets approval before issuing statements on new or yet unapproved policies or programs.
Contacts media promptly with appropriate information such as shelter closings, events, etc...
Reports to Board on all major problems that could affect policy change.
Provides accurate information and friendly service to the public and ensures that all other shelter personnel do the same.
Maintains working relationship with state and local veterinary associations and national, regional and state organizations in the field of animal welfare.
SALARY & BENEFITS Starting salary begins in the mid 70's but negotiable based on candidate's experience and skill set. Comprehensive benefits package including 100% medical insurance coverage, paid time off and short-term disability. This position is salaried and exempt.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Most work is performed in normal shelter setting; Potential for exposure to zoonotic diseases; potential for exposure to dangerous and fractious animals; exposure to high noise levels when in kennel area; potential for animal bites and scratches while handling animals
Physical Activities: Lifting of up to 50 pounds; potential for sitting for several hours at a time; potential for standing on feet for 8 hours a day; driving a car; kneeling; cleaning cages
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job related duties required by their supervisor. GAHS does require a pre-employment criminal background check. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.
GAHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran and military status, or any other legally protected class in its employment programs and policies.
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