Intakes & Quarantine Manager

Alaqua Animal Refuge•Freeport, FL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Alaqua Animal Refuge is seeking a dedicated, hands-on Intakes & Quarantine Manager to lead their intake and quarantine team, coordinate incoming animal rescues, and ensure every animal receives compassionate, quality care. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping vulnerable animals transition from uncertainty to safety, healing, and hope. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a passion for animal welfare, strong organizational skills, and the ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced rescue environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of management experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to humane animal welfare and the mission of Alaqua Animal Refuge.
Ability to remain calm and professional during stressful, emotionally challenging situations.
Willingness and ability to work hands-on with animals and support daily operational needs.

Nice To Haves

Management experience in an animal shelter, rescue organization, farm, or similar environment.
Experience with animal handling, restraint, health monitoring, and behavior assessment.
Experience coordinating animal intakes, transfers, transportation, or rescue operations.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and support the intake and quarantine team to create an organized, productive, and compassionate work environment.
Recruit, interview, hire, and train team members committed to Alaqua’s mission.
Develop staff schedules, delegate responsibilities, coach employees, and conduct performance evaluations.
Establish efficient workflows and continually improve team communication, accountability, and performance.
Manage and coordinate incoming animal admissions, ensuring appropriate placement, staffing, and communication.
Serve as a primary point of contact for individuals and organizations seeking to surrender or transfer animals into care.
Evaluate potential intakes from other shelters, rescues, and animal welfare organizations.
Partner with animal control agencies, shelters, rescue groups, and community resources to facilitate lifesaving transfers.
Coordinate animal and equipment transportation and assist with rescue operations as needed.
Conduct morning and evening animal welfare rounds to ensure animals receive appropriate care and that medical or behavioral concerns are promptly reported and addressed.
Monitor feeding plans, daily care requirements, behavior assessments, and animal placement.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records, including medical information, behavioral observations, and adoptable status.
Collaborate with veterinary, operations, and other teams to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
Help maintain a safe, secure, and well-organized quarantine environment, including end-of-day checks of animal areas, buildings, runs, and gates.