Job Description
The City of Sacramento is seeking a dynamic Animal Care Services Manager to lead a high volume, open admission shelter in the City of Sacramento, serving 500,000 residents and an estimated 250,000 companion animals. The Front Street Animal Shelter includes veterinary services, enforcement, shelter technicians, customer service, and a robust volunteer program. The shelter has an annual intake of 11,000 animals and is a regional leader in lifesaving due in part to strong community engagement and support. The ideal candidate will be joining a team of dedicated and professional staff and will possess the energy, optimism, and skills to effectively manage 53 employees, several contractors, and thousands of volunteers. Experience in fundraising efforts and activities, grant management and grant seeking is desirable. Along with strong interpersonal skills, the ideal candidate will possess political acumen, can network within the industry, and be able to build private sector relationships.
