Manager, Embed Project Operations (Travel Based role)

Best Friends Animal Society

Job Description

You’ve spent years improving the animal shelters you’ve worked in - leading teams, inspiring change, and saving lives. Now, imagine doing that on a national scale.

Join the National Shelter Embed Team

We're a dynamic group of professionals working side by side with animal sheltering agencies across the U.S. to implement proven strategies and save more lives. This job isn’t a manager in the traditional sense - it’s about managing change. You’ll be embedded in shelters, helping build stronger systems, improve outcomes, and create lasting impact. It’s hands-on, collaborative, and deeply rewarding.

Life on the Road

Remote-based, but travel-heavy (up to 90%).

Typical deployments range from 2–12 months (yes, your pets may come!).

Travel and relocation costs are covered by Best Friends (but you'll need your car).

Short breaks provided between deployments to recharge and prep for the next project.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with shelter staff to implement customized action plans.

Strengthen shelter programs like playgroups, pathway planning, biosecurity, field services, and more.

Advocate for modern policies with local stakeholders.

Be the reason animals get a second chance.

Who You Are

A seasoned animal shelter professional with practical experience managing teams across the full spectrum of shelter operations.

Adaptable and confident, with a knack for resolving conflict and building trust.

Drive meaningful and sustainable change through influence and mentorship.

Equally at ease cleaning kennels or presenting to city councils.

Thrive in dynamic, mission-driven environments where collaboration is key.

Got grit, heart, and the skills to drive change in shelters across the country? Let's talk.

Location: Remote, but deployed or traveling up to 90% of the time.

Hiring Range: This position’s hiring range is anticipated to be $74,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on experience, plus great benefits.

This is an ongoing program, and interviews will occur weekly until the positions are filled.

To read the full job description and to apply online, go to bestfriends.org/careers

Thank you for your interest in pursuing a career at Best Friends Animal Society. Best Friends Animal Society is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or domestic partner status.

Applicants for employment in the US must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the US by Best Friends Animal Society.

This is a full time job