GENERAL MANAGER OF THE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER FOR THE SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES AUTHORITY

SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA

SALARY: $153,397 - $195,891 DOE/DOQ

The Santa Cruz County Animal Services Authority (SCCASA) seeks a compassionate, creative, collaborative, and knowledgeable General Manager to lead the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter. The General Manager will have a strong understanding of animal welfare as well as field, client, and adoption services. They will be responsible for the oversight of the animal shelters and animal control services and the operations, programs, $5 million budget, approximately 30 staff, and hundreds of volunteers. The General Manager will report to a nine-member Board of Directors comprised of three County of Santa Cruz representatives, two City of Santa Cruz representatives, two City of Watsonville representatives, one City of Capitola representative, and one City of Scotts Valley representative. Candidates who excel at team building, political acumen, emotional intelligence, community engagement, collaboration, and developing an enjoyable and purposeful employment culture for Animal Shelter staff would be a great fit. The SCCASA needs a leader who is communicative, patient, and uplifting and will support socially conscious sheltering to create the best possible outcomes of all animals. They will be fiscally minded, strategic, and excel at fund development and networking to improve the services offered to the animals and constituents. Other essential functions include community outreach and engagement, strategic thinking, and policy development. If you are passionate about the welfare of animals, want to inspire a team of dedicated staff and volunteers, and have the background to serve as a visionary leader who can connect with the public and outside organizations, apply today!

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