What are the responsibilities and job description for the Population Manager position at Five Acres Animal Shelter?
Position Summary:The Population Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the flow of animals through the shelter system, from intake to outcome. This role ensures efficient population management by overseeing the foster care and intake programs. This position requires cross-departmental collaboration with the Animal Care Manager, Medical Staff and Behavior Manager. The ideal candidate is highly organized, data-driven, and passionate about animal welfare and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Intake Program Oversight
- Manage and oversee the intake program and intake staff
- Develop strategies to reduce length of stay and increase positive outcomes (adoption, transfer, return-to-owner)
- Develop and continue to improve upon intake protocols
- Develop and continue to improve upon shelter intake partners
- Monitor and analyze population data to inform decision-making and resource allocation
Foster Program Oversight
- Manage and oversee the foster program and foster staff
- Lead and expand the foster care program to support capacity and improve/increase animal intakes and outcomes
- Recruit, train, and retain foster volunteers through ongoing communication, support and engagement
- Match animals with appropriate foster homes based on medical and behavioral needs
- Track foster utilization and outcome data to ensure program effectiveness and growth
Cross-Departmental Collaboration
- Partner with animal care, medical and behavior teams to ensure timely assessment, treatment, and placement of animals
- Coordinate care plans that support efficient movement through the shelter system
- Participate in regular case reviews to identify barriers and implement solutions
Community Engagement & Outreach
- Develop, plan, and attend community events to increase awareness and engagement in foster and shelter programs
- Support and participate in vaccine clinics, adoption events, and other public-facing initiatives
- Collaborate with outreach team members to promote humane education opportunities and responsible pet ownership
- Build relationships with community partners to expand resources and support networks
- Perform other duties as assigned needed to best support the shelter, pets and staff
Qualifications:
- Experience in animal sheltering, rescue, or related field preferred
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to analyze data and implement strategic improvements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working with volunteers or community programs is highly desirable
- Passion for animal welfare and commitment to humane practices
Work Environment:
- Ability to lift and handle animals of various sizes
- Frequent exposure to noise, odors, and cleaning chemicals
- Weekend, holiday, and on-call availability as needed
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and move animals and equipment
- Prolonged standing, walking, and occasional bending or lifting
Pay: $46,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $46,000 - $48,000