Director of Medical Operations, Kitten Nursery

ASPCA • New York, NY

17d • $117,000 - $129,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Overview: Join our Kitten Nursery team as a Director, Medical Operations to make a direct and meaningful impact on the vulnerable cats and kittens who need us most. The Director of Medical Operations (Director) leads the medical and direct care components of the ASPCA’s New York City kitten foster program. Based at the Adoption Center & Kitten Nursery on 92nd St. in Manhattan, this role oversees a highly skilled team providing lifesaving care for underage kittens and their mothers in a dedicated nursery environment and in foster homes throughout the five boroughs. Who We Are The Kitten Nursery cares for over 800 underage kittens and their mothers in a dedicated nursery environment as well as through a foster program. Once these kittens are healthy and happy 8-week-olds, ready for spay or neuter, they move on to the ASPCA Adoption Center. The Nursery primarily serves nursing cats and kittens that are taken in by Animal Care Centers of New York City (ACC) on a daily basis, but also works with individual rescuers to increase their intake and impact. Caring for newborn cats is a time-consuming and resource-intensive process, as these young animals require round-the-clock attention. Kittens spend the majority of their time in foster homes, with only those requiring close medical monitoring staying on-site at the ASPCA. What You’ll Do The Director reports directly to the Vice President, Adoption Center & Feline Programs (VP) and has 6 direct reports. The Director will lead a team of skilled and compassionate veterinary and sheltering professionals in providing excellent patient and population care for underage kittens handled through the Nursery. This position requires a leader who embraces the power of teamwork and collaboration to achieve shared goals, and one who believes in the power of volunteerism to engage a community in the mission of an organization. The Director is responsible for working with the VP to manage the Nursery budget to ensure that we are utilizing our resources responsibly and effectively, while collecting and analyzing data to ensure the team is on track to meet its goals. Where and When You’ll Work This position is an on-site role and reports to the ASPCA’s 92nd St. location. Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% annually, as needed. This is a full-time exempt position. The incumbent must be flexible with schedule, as some early mornings, evenings and weekends are required based on operational needs in support of a 24/7 program. What You’ll Get Compensation Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future. The target hiring range for this role is $117,000-$124,000 (for a non Licensed Veterinary Technician) annually. The target hiring range for this role is $121,000-$129,000 (for a Licensed Veterinary Technician) annually. Benefits At the ASPCA, you don’t have to choose between your passion and making a living. Our comprehensive benefits package helps ensure you can live a rewarding life at work and at home. Our benefits include but are not limited to: Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer-paid dental and optional vision coverage. Flexible time off that includes vacation time, paid personal time, sick time, bereavement time, paid parental leave, and 10 company paid holidays that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you. Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions — we match dollar-for-dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year. Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the

Requirements

• Proven record of leading an operationally diverse team, while enabling a culture of teamwork and excellent patient care
• Highly motivated self-starter who will provide leadership and lead projects with limited guidance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize complex information and communicate key messages
• Proven history of building and maintaining positive and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated understanding of operations and animal health and welfare; knowledge of shelter medicine and herd health management preferred
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and be responsive to shifting priorities
• Ability to quickly, calmly, and efficiently adjust to changes in direction and reprioritize work
• Displays care and concern for the safety and well-being of self, animals and others, especially during stressful situations
• Excellent supervisory and team development skills
• Fluent in PetPoint or other animal management software with an affinity for learning and adopting new technology quickly
• Undergraduate degree or advanced degree preferred or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience (overseeing direct reports), including operational management in business, non-profit, or veterinary practice required
• Significant experience in fiscal and budget management preferred
• Fluency with PetPoint or other animal management software required
• English (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred
• Experience in data analysis and reporting a plus
• Fear Free® certified or within 60 days of employment
• Masters

Responsibilities

• Operational Planning and Execution
• People Management and Staff Development

Benefits

• Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer-paid dental and optional vision coverage.
• Flexible time off that includes vacation time, paid personal time, sick time, bereavement time, paid parental leave, and 10 company paid holidays that allows you even more flexibility to observe the days that mean the most to you.
• Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions — we match dollar-for-dollar up to 4% and provide an additional 4% contribution toward your future each year.
• Robust professional development opportunities including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director