Equine Refuge & Programs Director

The Wild Animal Sanctuary•Craig, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Horse Refuge 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 Equine Refuge & Programs Director today!

Requirements

Strong work ethic
Leadership skills
Desire to join a good cause
Approval for Hiring is contingent upon successfully passing a background check prior to your Hiring/Acceptance/Offer. This background check does not report to any credit bureau and no impact will be seen on the applicants side. This process helps the Company screen for any past background experiences that pose a threat or a discrepancy to the Organization, as TWAS does not hire any violent offenders, or individuals that have been charged criminally involving endangering/threating/hurting children and/or animals. By applying you are authorizing The Wild Animal Sanctuary to perform this background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in animal care operations
Experience in program development
Experience in facility management
Experience working with veterinarians
Experience in procurement and supply chain management
Experience in waste management
Knowledge of federal, state, county, and city laws pertaining to animal care
Experience in organizing public programs
Experience in relationship management with government agencies
Experience in event planning and execution
Experience in public relations and community outreach
Experience in pest management
Experience in photo documentation and reporting
Experience in newsletter content creation and distribution
Experience in data management and reporting
Experience in human resources and volunteer management
Experience in facility inspections
Knowledge of USDA and Colorado Parks and Wildlife Department regulations
Experience in accreditation processes
Experience in drafting reports and official documents

Responsibilities

Assist with leadership duties with specific guidance from the organization’s Executive Director/CAO, Chief Science and Animal Welfare Officer, Head Veterinarian, & CHRO positions to manage animal care operations with the help of additional staff and volunteers.
Have the responsibility of developing specific programs for Refuge Horses’ care and wellbeing.
Coordinate with Management to oversee the Refuge’s Facility operations, along with associated animal care and medical equipment utilized at the Refuge location.
Be responsible for ensuring the mental and physical health, well-being, and placement of all rescued Horses, including maintaining a working relationship with staff veterinarians and consulting with them on general and specific matters, as necessary.
Overseeing all aspects of procuring, developing and implementing the Refuge’s medical and clerical supplies.
Responsible for overseeing all aspects of procuring, developing and implementing the Refuge’s dietary needs including managing hay and field operations.
Manage the proper disposal of hazardous waste and ensuring a clean working environment in all areas of the facility.
Preparation of all necessary Horse acquisition and disposition paperwork.
Anticipate and address all organizational facility concerns and/or problems.
Conform to all federal, state, county and city laws and ordinances pertaining to Horse care and welfare.
Organize regular programs to meet the mission of the organization and the needs of Founders and the general public as directed and approved by the organization’s Executive Director.
Manage the acquisition of materials, supplies and equipment, or direct the same, as specific operational duties warrant. The Equine Refuge & Programs Director is authorized to incur up to $500 per expenditure, necessary for the day-to-day operation of the Refuge. Any acquisition or expenditure in the amount greater than $500 must be submitted to and approved by the organization’s Executive Director in advance.
Maintain well established relationships including Federal and State.
Develop potential interests including running and traveling for booths and events that benefit the Horse Refuge.
Maintain professional working relationships with other organizational locations and staff, as well as other animal welfare organizations, to further our cause and fulfill our mission.
Develop and update county and municipal relations in order to bolster the Refuge’s mission and purpose within northwest Colorado, including state wide and global efforts.
Develop and maintain pest management programs to ensure Refuge resident animals are well-protected and comfortable at all times.
Ensure photo documentation of rescued Horses living within natural habitats is being collected on a regular basis, as well as their individual characteristics, personalities and positive advancements are noted and available for adoption programs and social media posts.
Be responsible for gathering information for articles and reports within the quarterly newsletter, as well as the distribution of published newsletter in local communities whenever possible.
Prepare reports summarizing Horse care statistics, activities completed, personnel/public relations issues, and other information for programs, the Head Veterinarian and Executive Director as needed.
Prepare and maintain specific details for use in mapping the Refuge’s habitats, access routes and Horse inventory.
Be responsible for working with the organization’s Human Resource and Volunteer Coordinator Departments on all staffing needs, including employees and volunteers. This responsibility includes all aspects of the staffing cycle including reviewing applications for vacant positions; Interviewing potential candidates; Making recommendations for hiring; Periodic performance reviews; Terminations with the Executive Director and CHRO approval; Periodic safety meetings; Employee or volunteer medical emergencies; Compliance with workers compensation laws of the state of Colorado; Ensuring licensed personnel remain current with continuing education programs; Tracking of personnel compensated absences and overtime; Salary surveys and reviews; and Cross-training staff and volunteers as needed.
Be responsible for coordinating all efforts between employees and volunteers to achieve maximum results.
Oversee facility inspections by the USDA and/or Colorado Parks and Wildlife Department, all other affiliate/s.
Ensure that all applicable federal and state regulations, as well as organization policies and procedures are complied with.
Be responsible for maintaining current regulatory documentation for all equipment licensed by the State of Colorado.
Draft letters, annual reports, and guidance documents that demonstrate the organization’s commitment to responsible and compliant animal care.
Assist the organization in maintaining excellence within the horse care program with regard to its accreditation and re-accreditation process, including preparation of the Program Description, the site visit itself, and facilitating resolution of site visit findings.
Addresses issues of horse care non-compliance with vigor and work to develop plans for immediate correction, in collaboration with the Attending Veterinarian, the BLM, and Executive Director.
Perform all other duties as assigned.