Executive Director

Baywater Animal Rescue

Job Description

About us
Baywater Animal Rescue

Founded in 1947, Baywater Animal Rescue (BAR) operated first as The Animal Welfare League of Dorchester County and, later, as the Humane Society of Dorchester County.

In 2009, we became a “no-kill” organization, following the tenets of no-kill advocates such as Nathan Winograd. We are now a safe place; a sanctuary for homeless companion animals. We euthanize only when necessary to end suffering caused by untreatable injuries and illness or when an animal is dangerous and cannot be remediated. Baywater will never put an animal down just because we need space.

We make a lifetime commitment to the animals we shelter. We dedicate resources to quality adoptions, foster homes, sheltering, community outreach and education. We advocate spaying and neutering and also support trap and release programs for free roaming cats.

Currently, we find good homes for homeless animals, many of which were previously abused, abandoned, or rescued from partnering organizations. We shelter over 500 animals each year, guaranteeing them a safe haven until they are adopted. We spay or neuter and vaccinate all of our animals before they go to their new homes.

Thank you for your interest in Baywater Animal Rescue, “the Eastern Shore’s Leading Animal Welfare Organization!” We are always looking for volunteers and adoptive homes for our rescued pets!

Baywater Animal Rescue is looking for an animal advocate who is committed to our No-Kill philosophy.

The Executive Director is responsible for the oversight of all Baywater Animal Rescue activities and staff (paid and volunteers).

Qualifications, Knowledge, & Experience

Two years’ animal shelter operations and management experience preferred;  
Demonstrated knowledge of non-profit organizational and financial operations;  
Demonstrated skills and experience in human resources management and strong  leadership skills;  
Exceptional communications and public speaking skills; the ability to work effectively with a diverse staff, the Board, outside professional organizations, media, and other organizations;  
Proven experience in fundraising development for a non-profit organization, including  annual giving, membership drives, planned giving, grant writing and budget  management;  
Valid driver’s license and background check; references will be contacted

Responsibilities:
Development of strategic plans, along with goals and objectives, measurements, to evaluate and support the ongoing mission and direction of the organization  
Oversight of all shelter operations relative to the treatment and care of animals admitted to the shelter, as well as adoptions and foster care initiatives  
Assists the treasurer in development of the annual budget and ensures fiscal health of the organization  
Community outreach, public relations and networking for brand recognition including civic organizations, media, professional entities, government organizations, etc.  
Compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, licensures, and accreditation standards  
Recruitment, hiring, development, evaluation, and discharge of employees and  volunteers as conditions dictate  
Shelter staff and volunteer oversight to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and  guidance, as necessary  
Coordination of annual and long-term fundraising initiatives including the preparation,  submission, and timely reporting of grants  
Contract negotiations for approval by the Board of Directors  
Oversight of all purchases and management of fiscal and property resources  
Preparation of reports and presentations required by the Board  
Creation, implementation, and monitoring of shelter life enhancement plans with a goal  to minimize animal stress and length of stay in the shelter  
Performance of semi-annual performance review of operations manager and assists  operations manager in performance review of shelter staff  
Additional responsibilities as assigned by the board of directors  
Identification of risks and development and implementation of policies to mitigate same  
Procurement of appropriate and adequate insurance coverage

Reporting Structure:
This position reports directly to the Baywater Board of Directors President. Written performance evaluations will be given to the incumbent after the first six months of employment, the first twelve months of work, and semi-annually, thereafter.

Work Hours:
This is a full-time, permanent, salaried (exempt) position.

Work Location:
Job duties will be performed at the Baywater Animal Shelter, event locations, and Board Meeting locations (currently, the Chamber of Commerce, Cambridge, Maryland).

Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

The responsibilities of this position may, at times, require irregular hours, evening hours and weekend coverage as a normal part of the job. Odd hour emergency callouts and community commitments are a normal part of the job.

The ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds;  
The ability to pull and/or push items weighing 20-50 pounds;  
The ability to perform work outdoors in heat, cold and wet weather conditions;  
Tolerance being in close proximity to animals, their noises, odors, dander, waste and  other caustic impacts

Benefits:
Performance Bonus paid twice yearly
Employer matched retirement benefit available
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employer provided laptop and cellphone

Job Type: Full-time

This is a full time job