Non-Profit Humane Society Executive Director

Al-Van Humane Society Executive Director Job Posting

Al-Van Humane Society - South Haven, MI

Executive Director

Al-Van Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in southwest Michigan. We seek a dynamic Executive Director who is ready to help lead the humane society in carrying out its mission "to compassionately serve the companion animals in our community by providing the best shelter, adoptive homes, education and resources available." The right candidate will guide our strategic direction, ensure that our programs are useful and effective, develop sustainable financial support, and manage our human, financial and material resources effectively.

The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and works together with the Board to develop and implement policies and programs to fulfill Al-Van's mission. The Executive Director is responsible and accountable for all shelter operations and activities; responsible and accountable for budget and financial management of the shelter; develops and implements shelter programs and services; serves as primary grant writer to develop funding sources to support shelter operations; and serves as the representative of the shelter to our community.

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated passion for companion animal welfare. We require at least 3 years' experience in administrative, financial and staff management, preferably in a non-profit and/or in an animal environment. Candidates with additional experience in management and public administration, and/or a Bachelor's Degree or higher with a degree in Business Administration, Public Administration and/or Animal Science are preferred.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Demonstrate exemplary customer service skills, including phone, written and public speaking.
• Ability to be a team player while working independently and accepting overall responsibility for shelter management.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to communicate effectively with Board of Directors, shelter staff, volunteers, shelter customers, members of the public, the media, donors, and municipal officials.
• Ability to network and build strategic alliances with other nonprofits, community and national organizations to advance the shelter's mission.
• Excellent grant writing and strong development experience.
• Familiarity with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software applications.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn shelter administration and management to ensure high level of animal care and compliance with state and federal regulations and guidelines for non-profit corporations and animal shelters.
• Knowledge of personnel management and human resource practices.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and ability to develop and manage budget, exhibit cash flow discipline, and operate within strict spending guidelines. Experience in managing a non-profit with limited resources is preferred.
• Familiarity with purchasing and procurement.
• Ability to oversee shelter facility and work with Board of Directors to ensure shelter facility is properly maintained.
• Ability to bend, lift and reach is essential. Experience with appropriate animal restraint techniques and with handling animals in and out of cages, vehicles, and other facilities is preferred.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to work irregular hours as required.

Salary Range - $50,000 - $60,000. Salary range will be commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid time off and are negotiable.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• South Haven, MI 49090 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• South Haven, MI 49090: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000