About the role
Company Description
The Cochrane & Area Humane Society (CAHS) is a well-regarded animal welfare organization that has been dedicated to rehoming abandoned and stray animals since its establishment in March 1998. CAHS provides essential care such as food, shelter, medical attention, spay/neuter surgeries, and adoption opportunities for animals. In addition to its work within the shelter, the organization offers community support programs, including a pet food bank, low-cost spay/neuter services, and emergency boarding for pets of families in crisis. Through programs such as humane education and dog training classes, CAHS strives to uplift both animals and the community. Thousands of individuals connect with CAHS annually for adoption, volunteer opportunities, support services, and resources.
Role Description
The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations and programs at the Cochrane & Area Humane Society to ensure effective and efficient services. Responsibilities include managing staff and volunteers, ensuring the welfare and proper care of animals in the shelter, maintaining the facility, coordinating community programs, and overseeing budgets and resources. The Operations Manager will implement policies to maintain high standards of animal welfare and ensure a positive and safe environment for staff, volunteers, visitors, and animals. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Cochrane, AB.
Qualifications
- Leadership and Management: Strong team management, supervisory, and organizational skills with the ability to lead staff and volunteers in a collaborative and professional manner.
- Animal Welfare: Knowledge in animal care, behavior, and welfare, including experience managing a shelter or similar facility.
- Administration and Operations: Proficiency in budget management, resource allocation, and operational efficiency to ensure seamless organizational functioning.
- Community Engagement: Ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including community partners, volunteers, and donors, to promote organizational programs and drive support.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with team members, the public, and external organizations.
- Additional Skills: Passion for animal welfare, problem-solving abilities, and experience in a nonprofit setting are considered assets.
- Education and Experience: A degree or diploma in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field, along with relevant work experience, is preferred.
About the role
Company Description
The Cochrane & Area Humane Society (CAHS) is a well-regarded animal welfare organization that has been dedicated to rehoming abandoned and stray animals since its establishment in March 1998. CAHS provides essential care such as food, shelter, medical attention, spay/neuter surgeries, and adoption opportunities for animals. In addition to its work within the shelter, the organization offers community support programs, including a pet food bank, low-cost spay/neuter services, and emergency boarding for pets of families in crisis. Through programs such as humane education and dog training classes, CAHS strives to uplift both animals and the community. Thousands of individuals connect with CAHS annually for adoption, volunteer opportunities, support services, and resources.
Role Description
The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations and programs at the Cochrane & Area Humane Society to ensure effective and efficient services. Responsibilities include managing staff and volunteers, ensuring the welfare and proper care of animals in the shelter, maintaining the facility, coordinating community programs, and overseeing budgets and resources. The Operations Manager will implement policies to maintain high standards of animal welfare and ensure a positive and safe environment for staff, volunteers, visitors, and animals. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Cochrane, AB.
Qualifications
- Leadership and Management: Strong team management, supervisory, and organizational skills with the ability to lead staff and volunteers in a collaborative and professional manner.
- Animal Welfare: Knowledge in animal care, behavior, and welfare, including experience managing a shelter or similar facility.
- Administration and Operations: Proficiency in budget management, resource allocation, and operational efficiency to ensure seamless organizational functioning.
- Community Engagement: Ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including community partners, volunteers, and donors, to promote organizational programs and drive support.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with team members, the public, and external organizations.
- Additional Skills: Passion for animal welfare, problem-solving abilities, and experience in a nonprofit setting are considered assets.
- Education and Experience: A degree or diploma in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field, along with relevant work experience, is preferred.