Executive Director

Role Summary & Core Purpose

The Executive Director serves as the organization’s chief executive, providing strategic, financial, and operational leadership to advance a mission-driven animal welfare organization. This role is accountable for organizational growth, program quality, financial sustainability, fundraising, and community engagement, while fostering a culture of compassion, accountability, and excellence in animal care aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.

Top Responsibilities

• Lead organizational strategy and partner with the Board to achieve mission and growth goals.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting, and fundraising to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Supervise and develop staff and engage a large volunteer base.
• Ensure effective shelter operations, high-quality animal care, and program outcomes.
• Represent the organization publicly and build strong community partnerships.
• Maintain compliance, oversee facilities, and drive continuous operational improvement.
• Support Board governance and provide regular organizational updates.

Key Skills Required

• Strategic leadership + direct execution
• Financial acumen & fundraising oversight
• Effective communication and community presence
• Emotional intelligence and team leadership
• Problem-solving, adaptability, and accountability mindset
• Ability to manage both people and processes under pressure.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Associate degree (business, nonprofit, animal welfare, etc.)
  • 3–5 years fundraising leadership with 2–4 years program management and 1+ year staff supervision
• Preferred:
  • Executive-level experience
  • Animal welfare background
  • Volunteer management experience.
  • Board collaboration experience.

Work Requirements/Environment

• On-site at shelter facility with flexible daytime hours Monday–Friday and occasional evenings/weekends
• Coverage for emergency animal welfare situations
• Monthly board meetings and committee meetings when applicable

Requires:

• Reliable transportation, phone access, and ability to lift 15 lbs.

What Success Looks Like:

• Strong organizational financial health and growing fundraising results.
• High-functioning staff + engaged volunteer base
• Increased adoptions and animal welfare outcomes
• Positive community reputation and partnerships
• Clear systems, accountability, and data-driven decisions

Salary - $75,000-$80,000

Benefits - Health benefit and Paid Time Off

Please provide a Letter of Interest and Resume with all necessary contact information via email to:

ExecutiveDirector@HSforBC.org