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Foster Program ManagerHumane Society for Hamilton County • Fishers, Indiana, USA
Foster Program Manager

Foster Program Manager

Humane Society for Hamilton County • Fishers, Indiana, USA
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Foster Program Manager Humane Society for Hamilton County (Fishers IN)

Salary : $48000 annually Schedule : Full-Time (includes some weekends / holidays) Reports To : Director of Operations

Lead with Heart. Build a Lifesaving Program.

At the Humane Society for Hamilton County (HSHC) caring for animals isnt just a job its a calling. Every life we save is proof that compassion organization and leadership can create miracles.

Were seeking a Foster Program Manager a people-centered leader who can grow our foster network guide staff and volunteers and ensure that every animal who needs a temporary home finds one.

If you love animals thrive in a fast-paced environment and want your leadership to directly impact lives this is your chance to make a measurable difference every single day.

Your Mission

As Foster Program Manager youll oversee the daily operations and long-term growth of our Foster Program supervising one direct report and partnering across departments to place animals in safe nurturing homes.

You will :

  • Lead and mentor the Foster Coordinator to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
  • Recruit train and retain foster families through creative outreach and community partnerships
  • Build and maintain foster databases reports and performance metrics
  • Create manuals orientations and ongoing training materials for foster caregivers
  • Partner with medical and behavior teams to place animals in appropriate homes
  • Track foster animal medical care appointments and records in PetPoint
  • Promote the foster program in partnership with our Marketing team
  • Organize recognition initiatives for foster families and volunteers
  • Manage foster supplies ordering and inventory
  • Develop new programs to support at-risk animal populations
  • Represent HSHCs mission with compassion professionalism and integrity

Who You Are

Experience & Skills

  • Prior experience in animal shelter or rescue management (foster program experience strongly preferred)
  • Strong animal-handling knowledge for dogs and cats; comfort with medical and neonatal care
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office PetPoint and data / reporting systems
  • Skilled at multitasking prioritizing and leading others in a high-volume environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication able to connect with fosters adopters staff and the public
  • Organized resourceful and solutions-oriented you dont just identify problems; you fix them

    • Education & Background

  • Previous supervisory experience required
  • Ability to evaluate animal wellness (basic exams vaccines medication administration)
  • Euthanasia certification preferred (or willingness to obtain; HSHC will fund training)

    • Personal Qualities

  • Passionate about animal welfare and committed to HSHCs no-kill philosophy
  • Emotionally resilient and empathetic able to stay composed during challenging situations
  • High integrity positive attitude and whatever it takes mindset

    • Why Youll Love Working Here

  • Mission-Driven Work : Your leadership directly saves lives every day.
  • Comprehensive Benefits : Medical dental vision life disability FSA / HSA and identity-theft protection. Generous vacation and sick time starting Day 1. Matching 401(k)
  • Growth & Support : Ongoing professional development funded by HSHC
  • Community Impact : Help expand one of Indianas most respected foster programs
  • Pet Benefits Package vaccines diagnostics preventatives and select supplies at cost or free

    • Ready to Lead with Purpose

    Apply today and help us ensure that every animal who needs a temporary home finds one filled with love and care. To apply : please send your resume cover letter and salary expectations to

    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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