Chief Rescue and Programs Logistics Officer

Location: Keenesburg

Chief Rescue and Programs Logistics Officer

Status:
Exempt Full-Time - Experienced
-Level (Classification 8810)

No Remote
- In-Office Position other than Regular Travel

Salary:
Annual
- Starting at $120,000

Benefits:
After 60 Days:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Offered

Primary Function:
Rescue Management & Coordination / Overseeing Refuge Facilities

Direct Supervisor:
Executive Director

Organization Overview:

Our Non-Profit Organization has a positive mission and team environment!

This isn't the Peace Corps... and we're not the Marines... but if you combined the two concepts, and applied them toward helping animals through hard work, personal sacrifice and steadfast dedication, then you would know what we are all about. If being able to make a real and tangible difference in this world fuels your spirit - as does giving to others for the right reasons - then you are not alone.

Our team members openly and gladly devote their lives to a singular cause that is hands-on, challenging, innovative, taxing and pushes limits. They are the best of the best!

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is a place where motivated individuals can immerse themselves into a dedicated community, working side by side to provide a safe-haven for rescued animals to live out the rest of their lives with dignity and respect. We are so much more than a workplace. We are a team committed to service, to bettering our communities, and the world.

If you have a strong work ethic, leadership skills, and a desire to join a good cause, apply for our Chief Rescue and Programs Logistics Officer today!

Job Summary:

Rescue Management & Coordination 40% Overseeing Refuge Facilities 30%

Coordination of Events 10% Perform other

Job Duties as assigned 10%

The Chief Rescue and Programs Officer will support all strategic Rescue efforts for our non-profit organization working alongside the Executive Director by coordinating, managing, evaluating, and refining the Rescue activities, with an emphasis on permitting and legal compliance through entities including but not limited to; GFAS/USDA/CDOW accreditations/inspections. This role personally identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards any rescues and prospects while maintaining relationships in accordance with organizational procedures and goals.

Incorporates collaborative relationships with organizations or affiliates across the world while coordinating solicitation efforts, developing internal processes and procedures, and aligning rescue and outreach efforts for all three facilities. Occasional oversight of other Refuge Facilities. This position will not only review and process the whole rescue operation under the guidance of our ED but also travel to all rescue locations to ensure the full oversight of each mission including being responsible for all paperwork associated.

All duties and tasks must be handled with upmost professionalism as this position is widely known and is a representation of our Sanctuary Globally.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; at least 3-5 years of documented development professional experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified or combined education with experience
  -High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a nonprofit sector preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent Time Management and Organizational Skills
• S. Passport & Valid Driver's License
• Knowledge and familiarity with Animal Behavior, safety best practices, local, state, and federal animal laws
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., flexible to bend, crouch, crawl
• Willingness to be flexible with work times including evenings, weekends, and occasional irregular hours due to rescues or missions
• Can make good sound judgement or critical decisions

Required/Other

Qualifications:

• Must reside locally as this is an in-office non-remote position.
• Demonstrated history of taking initiative to proactively solve issues and/or recommend solutions which impact an organization's success.

• Solid understanding and high expectations of managing high volumes of emails, phone calls, and communications that have high importance
• Able to perform tasks on software programs (Excel, Word, etc...)
• Able…