SPCA of Martinsville-Henry County is now hiring for Executive Director. The Executive Director (ED) serves as the primary liaison between the SPCA and its stakeholders, including the public, staff, volunteers, donors, media, and community partners. The ED is responsible for leading all programs and services, developing and executing strategic goals, and promoting the mission and policies set by the board. Position reports to and is reviewed by the executive committee.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Leadership
- Provide clear, mission-driven leadership to staff, volunteers, and donors.
- Establish clear lines of responsibility and accountability among staff and ensure effective communication between departments.
- Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop and implement strategic and annual operational/fundraising plans.
- Represent and promote SPCA programs, services, and events.
- Recognize and support the contributions of staff, volunteers, and donors.
- Foster strong public relations; handle media and crisis communications professionally and strengthen the professional image of the organization.
- Keep the Board (individual member, committee or entire board) informed of key developments, challenges, and opportunities impacting the SPCA.
- Demonstrate a keen understanding of, and actively foster, organizational health and culture.
Management & Supervision
- Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient use of resources and alignment with organizational goals.
- Ensure the organization is in compliance with all national, state, and local rules and regulations.
- Directly manage front desk staff, administrative staff, Shelter Manager, and Veterinarian including hiring, mentoring, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
- Manage and work in coordination with Shelter Veterinarian.
- When needed, assist the Shelter Manager with the management of clinic staff, animal care technicians, and volunteers.
- Prepare and present timely reports to the Board; maintain accurate records.
- Review animal welfare and shelter performance data and work with the Shelter Manager to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Oversee and approve the annual budgeting process and all financial management, including payment of bills, placing orders, and making deposits.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for legal matters and government relations.
- Foster skill development and teamwork among staff and volunteers.
- Address all questions, issues and problems in shelter that arise with customers/public that require elevation above front desk staff.
- Oversee all building and grounds issues and improvements in coordination with the Shelter Manager.
- Create and oversee social media policy and customer service policy and training.
- Organize and maintain all organization documents in a secure cloud-based database.
Communications & Development
- Lead the planning and execution of all fundraising and development strategies.
- Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, foundations, and the community organizations.
- Act as the primary point of contact for all public relations, interaction and events: Maintain a visible, accessible, and professional presence within the organization and community.
- Increase public awareness of the SPCA’s impact in the community and its programs and contributions to the community.
- Identify opportunities to expand the SPCA's positive impact and visibility within the community.
- Assist and supervise the drafting and preparation of all mass mailings.
- Assist in generating and oversee electronic correspondence and online communication, including e-newsletters and social media.
- Oversee the development and implementation of consistent and professional brand standards in all communications.
- Enhance and grow our support base within the MHC community.
- Speak to students and school groups.
- Develop relationships to increase donor base, volunteer base, adopters, and clinic clients.
- Interact with members of the public visiting the SPCA to provide tours, facilitate adoptions and other in-shelter development activities.
- Assist with grant writing and ensure grant compliance.
- Along with the Investment/Endowment Chairperson, ensure that restricted funds, grants, donations, and other resources are used in accordance with applicable requirements and donor restrictions.
This position offers a salary range of $60,000 - $70,000 commensurate with experience, 15 days of PTO, 6 holidays, and an allowance for health insurance, and 401k options available. To apply, email your resume to president@spcamhc.org.