Director, Animal Care, Black Beauty Ranch

The salary range for this position is $91,000 - 137,000, plus full benefits package. Salary offers will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, training and education.

Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, is seeking a Managing Director, Animal Care for our Black Beauty Ranch (BBR) in Murchison, Texas. In this position you will oversee the care of the nearly 700 animals across 40 species at BBR. You will manage animal husbandry, habitats, caregiver staff, interns, and develop standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Directs the day-to-day aspects of animal husbandry and ensures the animals receive the highest quality care. This includes, but is not limited to, creating and modifying animal husbandry protocols, assisting with the design and execution of nutrition plans, assisting with the creation and implementation of pastures and enclosures, and coordinating with the Director of Veterinary Medicine on wellness exams and emergency care;
• Manages the work of the Senior Animal Caregiver staff and ensures that staff achieve their goals including providing staff with guidance and advice, training, performance management, leadership development, and career development;
• Develops, updates, and implements standard operating procedures for animal husbandry and prepares monthly and annual reports. Acquires and renews necessary federal and state permits;
• Oversees the intern program including recruiting, onboarding, training, development, evaluating and ensuring intern needs are met;
• In coordination with the veterinary team, oversees the Chemical Capture Team to capture on-site animals for exams, evaluations, emergency escape or release;
• Monitors inventory levels of husbandry supplies. Evaluates products and vendors on an ongoing basis and identifies ways to improve quality and maximize the budget;
• Develops and manages the budget for animal husbandry supplies and consultants;
• Supports the Facilities Director with disaster response. Assists in developing and implementing the Emergency Preparedness Protocol Manual in the event of a major disaster;
• Serves as a spokesperson by interacting with sanctuary guests and participating in media interviews, as needed;
• Performs other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience required;
• A minimum of nine (9) years of experience in animal husbandry required;
• Supervisory/management experience required;
• Advanced knowledge of animal husbandry and rehabilitation, including a demonstrated understanding of the needs and the varying complexities of diverse species;
• Understanding of basic principles of operant conditioning in a positive reinforcement and protected contact system;
• Leadership ability in work setting. Flexible, willing to learn, and anticipates the needs of self and staff;
• Ability to set a positive tone for employees during their day;
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines; high energy, self-motivated and proactive;
• Ability to manage issues requiring problem resolution and conflict management with excellent interpersonal and intervention skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Knowledge of business operations, including effective budget and management processes;
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence, demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes;
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain up-to-date rabies prophylaxis and titer;
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a certification in CPR and first-aid;
• A valid driver's license is required and a clean driving record is strongly preferred, with the ability to demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record while employed;
• Strong interest in animal protection issues preferred.

This is a full time position located in Murchison, TX. Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital or parental status or protected veteran status. EOE