Animal Shelter Director

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionScion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Animal Shelter Director for a shelter group in Springfield, MA This is a wonderful full-time, direct-hire, hybrid opportunity.

SCHEDULE:  Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Sunday 9am-5pm. However, you must be available to work when and where needed by the organization. Must be willing to work occasionally irregular hours, weekends, and holidays.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees and evaluates adoption center programs, including animal care, intake, adoptions, behavior, veterinary services, and community support initiatives.
• Builds strong partnerships with other departments to foster teamwork and align organizational goals.
• Ensures accessible, inclusive services for clients and the community, emphasizing high-quality customer service through proper training and resources.
• Manages the adoption center budget with the finance team, addressing financial variances as needed.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends in animal welfare and sheltering.
• Oversees record-keeping, compliance, and data reporting, analyzing trends to improve operations.
• Monitors cleanliness, sanitation, and proper usage of equipment and care areas.
• Collaborates with animal welfare organizations, partners, and agencies to develop impactful programs.
• Communicates key updates to leadership regarding staff, clients, volunteers, and partners.
• Ensures job descriptions, performance evaluations, and HR practices comply with laws and support staff development.
• Identifies efficiencies, adjusts procedures, and implements improvements in collaboration with leadership.
• Resolves client concerns and maintains a safe environment for staff, volunteers, clients, and animals.
• Updates and enforces standard operating procedures to align with organizational policies.
• Represents the organization professionally, providing excellent service to clients, volunteers, donors, and staff.
   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelorâ?™s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Animal Science, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive leadership experience in animal welfare.
• Experience managing diverse teams, budgets, and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Strong understanding of animal welfare best practices, shelter operations, and community support programs.
• Must be able to work safely around unruly, sick, injured, or aggressive animals and recognize the associated risks.
• Proven ability to develop and manage budgets, analyze data, and create actionable strategies based on trends.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to shelter operations and animal care.
• Proficiency in software tools, including Microsoft Office and shelter management systems.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This exciting career opportunity allows you to work with a passionate and thriving team The salary range for this role is $70,000-$75,000yr. You will also be able to receive a comprehensive benefits package.

ABOUT OUR FIRM
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms in America and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times for over ten years running More information about us can be found at www.scionnonprofitstaffing.com.

Scion Nonprofit, a division of Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.
Company DescriptionOur Mission
It is our mission to diligently provide the nation’s best staffing and executive search services, guided by socially conscious business practices. At Scion, we lead by example, consistently promoting operational excellence; delivering employee and client satisfaction; upholding professional ethics; celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion; and fostering the true potential of our industry.

Our Name
Scion Staffing takes its name from a scion: the portion of a plant which, when attached to a new foundation, can grow new life. With great care, we strategically place new talent to empower organizational growth.

Our Values

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We believe diverse teams are more than a strength; they are essential for success. We aim to be proactive in our work to ensure that our application, interview, and hiring processes are inclusive, equitable, and beneficial for all. We practice and promote these values throughout our firm and externally in the partnerships and connections we intentionally create.

INTEGRITY & ETHICS

We do the right thing. We listen empathically to our candidates, clients, staff, and partners. We communicate honestly, with kindness and respect, and we deliver on our commitments.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE

We are committed to excellence in everything we do, striving to deliver lasting value to our clients, candidates, partners, and staff.

LEARNING & INNOVATION

We continually refine our services, processes, communication, and operational systems and structures, utilizing ever-evolving technological tools to empower our far-reaching impact and growth. We are humble and embrace individual professional development opportunities to strengthen our company from within.

PASSION

We take pride in empowering our clients’ strategic hiring goals and connecting extraordinary candidates to new career pathways. We celebrate the opportunity to uplift and improve the futures of individuals and organizations alike.

TEAMWORK & POSITIVITY

We are committed to providing value and inspiring others through our work. We believe empathy and positivity fuel effective collaboration. We hold these core values and leverage them at all levels of our organization. Together, we succeed.Company DescriptionOur Mission\r
It is our mission to diligently provide the nation’s best staffing and executive search services, guided by socially conscious business practices. At Scion, we lead by example, consistently promoting operational excellence; delivering employee and client satisfaction; upholding professional ethics; celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion; and fostering the true potential of our industry.\r
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Our Name\r
Scion Staffing takes its name from a scion: the portion of a plant which, when attached to a new foundation, can grow new life. With great care, we strategically place new talent to empower organizational growth.\r
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Our Values\r
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION\r
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We believe diverse teams are more than a strength; they are essential for success. We aim to be proactive in our work to ensure that our application, interview, and hiring processes are inclusive, equitable, and beneficial for all. We practice and promote these values throughout our firm and externally in the partnerships and connections we intentionally create.\r
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INTEGRITY & ETHICS\r
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We do the right thing. We listen empathically to our candidates, clients, staff, and partners. We communicate honestly, with kindness and respect, and we deliver on our commitments.\r
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SERVICE EXCELLENCE\r
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We are committed to excellence in everything we do, striving to deliver lasting value to our clients, candidates, partners, and staff.\r
\r
LEARNING & INNOVATION\r
\r
We continually refine our services, processes, communication, and operational systems and structures, utilizing ever-evolving technological tools to empower our far-reaching impact and growth. We are humble and embrace individual professional development opportunities to strengthen our company from within.\r
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PASSION\r
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We take pride in empowering our clients’ strategic hiring goals and connecting extraordinary candidates to new career pathways. We celebrate the opportunity to uplift and improve the futures of individuals and organizations alike.\r
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TEAMWORK & POSITIVITY\r
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We are committed to providing value and inspiring others through our work. We believe empathy and positivity fuel effective collaboration. We hold these core values and leverage them at all levels of our organization. Together, we succeed.

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