Executive Director

Overview

Executive Director $90k – $125kFernandina Beach, FL (Onsite)Direct Hire

Job ID 2024-9504

We are looking for an Executive Director. This is a direct hire opportunity in Fernandina Beach, FL (Onsite).

The Executive Director is responsible for the cost-effective, sanitary, and humane operations of the organization; the health and welfare of animals in its care; the screening of potential adopters; the development of new programs; and the selection, training, supervision, and deployment of shelter staff and shelter volunteers.

The Executive Director serves as a dynamic liaison between the staff, the Board of Directors, the community, and government entities in the County. The Executive Director will be the shelter’s visible spokesperson and will have a unique opportunity to positively influence the community at large.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience. 
• Familiar with fundraising for non-profit organizations.
• Passion for animal welfare; current working knowledge of companion animal care and adoption issues. 
• Current understanding of compliance issues involving pertinent federal, state, and local regulations. 
• Experience with strategic and operational planning. 
• Understanding of financial management and accounting principles. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong public speaking skills. 
• Ability to set clear priorities, delegate, and guide investment in people and systems; keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills, which support and enable sound decision-making. 
• Strong motivational skills, management skills, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide staff and community leadership. 
• Strong commitment to the professional development of staff and a successful track record of recruiting and retaining a diverse team. Ability to encourage staff to share ideas and take appropriate initiative. 
• Ability to be flexible and able to adapt to immediate or unforeseen challenges. 
• Proficiency in the use of computers, particularly E-mail, the Internet, MS Word, and Excel.
• Demonstrated proficiency across multiple social media platforms.

Responsibilities:

The Executive Director’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Personnel Management

• Oversee all employees and volunteers including hiring, scheduling, conducting performance evaluations, promotions, and terminations.
• Work with the Animal Care Manager regarding animal health issues, animal transport, and euthanasia.
• Maintain the operation manual and employee handbook.
• Oversee shelter programs with other community organizations.

Shelter Operations

• Ensure high-quality animal care. Oversee and participate in intake, medical care, behavioral enrichment, and adoption services, including the SNAP low-cost spay/neuter program and the selection of animals for euthanasia.
• Provide exceptional customer service and ensure placement with nurturing guardians.
• Manage effective systems to track progress and regularly evaluate program components, measuring successes that can be effectively communicated to the board, staff, donors, and other constituents.
• Supervise the shelter’s veterinarians and maintain strong relationships with other local vets.
• Oversee maintenance of the facilities and property.
• Oversee ordering of supplies and manage retail inventory.
• Rotate through the reception desk and other duties as needed to maintain effective operations.
• Attend continuing education programs on shelter management and animal welfare.

Financial Management

• Manage and record cash receipts, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Prepare employee payroll information and forward it to the accountant.
• Produce monthly financial statements.
• Work with the Board of Directors to develop the annual operating budget.
• Oversee the County contract and foster relationships with the County and its municipalities.

Board of Directors Liaison

• Prepare reports for monthly Board Meetings, including financial reports, and information on shelter intake and adoptions.
• Develop the annual report in cooperation with the accountant and the Board of Directors.
• Work with the Board of Directors to develop new programs. Fundraising and Pet Adoption Events.
• Build and maintain relationships with funders and donors.
• Research and write grants and manage donor appeals.
• Develop and assist the Board of Directors with fundraisers and community events.

Community Outreach and Public Relations

• Develop and manage community outreach initiatives, marketing, and public relations.
• Create and distribute the annual newsletter.
• Manage and expand educational and volunteer programs.
• Foster good relationships with local veterinarians and animal-related businesses, as well as local newspapers and other community organizations.
• Manage online marketing including social media, E-mail distribution, and the shelter website.

About the Client

Our client is a non-profit organization servicing the local community.

About Solugenix

Solugenix is an information technology services company known for its deep experience and knowledge in providing comprehensive technology services, solutions, and talent support for companies around the world. The company offers a variety of cutting edge and talent support solutions to promote growth and cutting-edge advancement to our esteemed clients and candidates. We provide these talent support solutions on a contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire basis. We also have additional resources from our staffing partners to ensure the right match and expertise for the best result.For over 50 years, global and local brands have trusted Solugenix as an added resource and partner in taking steps to ensure their immediate and future success. In addition to generating ground-breaking, industry-defining solutions, Solugenix has been delivering the talent and support needed to make it happen. We are dedicated to partnering with clients and candidates whose core values also foster a culture of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity.

Salary : $125,000