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Executive Director
Humane Society of Catawba County
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3.1 out of 5 stars
Hickory, NC 28602
Full-time
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The Humane Society of Catawba County (HSCC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting animal welfare in our community by providing shelter and compassionate care to homeless companion animals. Our vision is a future in which no adoptable animal is euthanized in Catawba County, and overpopulation, cruelty, and inhumane treatment of animals no longer exist.
HSCC is seeking a dynamic, transparent, and mission-driven Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact. The Executive Director will serve as the chief executive and public face of HSCC, a mid-size shelter with 25-30 employees, responsible for strategic leadership, operational excellence, fundraising, and community relationships. This role requires a collaborative leader who builds strong teams, fosters trust, and inspires donors, partners, volunteers, and staff to advance HSCC’s mission and vision.
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Duties / Expectations:
The successful candidate will be:
Mission-driven and deeply committed to animal welfare.
A dynamic and visible leader who inspires confidence and enthusiasm.
A collaborative team builder who empowers staff and volunteers.
A relationship-oriented fundraiser comfortable engaging donors and community leaders.
An operationally strong executive who balances compassion with accountability.
The HSCC is located in Catawba County nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our area offers a friendly, small town atmosphere with urban amenities and lower cost of living than most. By joining our team you can be a part of our actively vibrant and growing community.
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, development, training, succession planning, promotions and terminations.
○ Maintain the operation manual and employee handbook.
○ Maintain a professional working environment.
○ Oversee shelter programs with other community organizations.
○ Advertising and interviewing potential candidates.
○ Performance reviews and safety meetings.
○ Compliance with laws and ensuring that licensed personnel remain current with continuing education programs.
○ Negotiate insurance for employees and shelter.
○ Develop and keep updated: job descriptions.
● Shelter Operations
○ Ensure high-quality animal care. Make sure the shelter is in compliance with Department of Agriculture standards and regulations
○ Develop a strategic plan in conjunction with the Board or a committee that ensures revenue and growth of the organization that in turn advances its mission and objectives.
○ Oversee and participate in intake, medical care, behavioral enrichment and adoption services, including the low-cost spay/neuter program.
○ Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
○ 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 veterinarians.
○ Maintain the physical and security needs of the property and develop and maintain preventative and required maintenance for facility equipment, buildings, and grounds.
○ Oversee that computers, website, donor database, and inventory are kept up to date.
○ Oversee ordering of supplies and manage retail inventory.
○ 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 to payroll company.
○ Produce monthly financial statements to include a balance sheet, income statement and a statement of cash flows.
○ Lead the annual budgeting process and review activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives, revising as necessary.
● Board of Directors Liaison
○ Prepare reports for monthly or bi-monthly Board Meetings, including financial reports, and information on shelter intake and adoptions.
○ Attends Board Meetings and any other Board Committee meetings, as requested by the Board.
○ Ensure compliance with the Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws of the Organization
○ Produce financial statements to the Board of Directors 48 hours before a scheduled board meeting.
○ Develop the annual report in cooperation with the accountant and the Board of Directors.
○ Suggest and provide plans to the Board of Directors to develop new programs or improve current programs.
● Fundraising and Pet Adoption Events
○ Cultivate 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 to regularly promote the HSCC.
○ Create and distribute the monthly and/or annual newsletters.
○ Manage and expand educational and volunteer programs.
○ Foster good relationships with animal-related businesses, as well as local community organizations.
○ Manage online marketing including social media, E-mail distribution, and the shelter website.
Property Management/Responsible Job Sites
● Humane Society Shelter
● Foothills Spay and Neuter Clinic
● Foothills Animal Health Center
Qualifications and Skills
● Passion for animal welfare and a current working knowledge of companion animal care and adoption issues.
● Demonstrated knowledge of the organization’s mission and vision.
● 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.
● Must have a sincere interest in and knowledge of animal rights issues and animal health care.
● Must have a demonstrated knowledge of organizational and financial procedures for non-profit agencies.
● Must have demonstrated skills in human resource management and strong leadership abilities.
● Demonstrated communication abilities to include effective interviewing techniques, public speaking, and ability to communicate effectively with employees and volunteers verbally and in writing.
Required Professional Experience, licensing or certifications
· Five (5) years of non-profit management experience, animal welfare preferred.
· College degree or equivalent education and experience combination. Masters degree preferred but not required.
· CAWA (Certified Animal Welfare Administrator) preferred.
· Valid driver’s license.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
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