Manager, Best Friends Embed Project

Best Friends Animal Society

Manager overseeing Best Friends Embed Project within Los Angeles Animal Services. Driving systemic changes for shelter operations and lifesaving efforts alongside LAAS leadership team.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and management capabilities in shelter operations, with a focus on strategic evaluation and community engagement. Proficient in utilizing data to drive programming success and enhance stakeholder communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Shelter Leadership ExperienceStatistical Analysis for ProgrammingExcellent Communication SkillsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyFamiliarity with Los Angeles Animal Services

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Hard Skills

Shelter ManagementData AnalysisProgram EvaluationPublic SpeakingPresentation Skills

Soft Skills

Customer-Centric ApproachRelationship BuildingDecisive Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Shelter SoftwareAsana

Industry Keywords

Los Angeles Animal ServicesLifesaving OperationsCommunity Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work onsite at all six of the LAAS shelters for approximately 3 years in a leadership position
Direct consultation of shelter and field lifesaving operations in assigned embed organization
Continuously evaluate and monitor all lifesaving programs for proven strategies
Manage communication within assigned agency and with stakeholders
Build relationships in the LAAS and broader LA community
Provide feedback and tactical guidance ensuring work maximizes value towards Best Friends' LAAS shared plan and goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of at least 3 years of manager level, or higher, shelter leadership and management experience related to the essential responsibilities
Familiarity and knowledge of the Los Angeles Animal Services system
Strengths and experience in utilizing statistical information to inform programming and operational success
Customer-centric, non-judgmental approach to engaging with adopters, partners, visitors, volunteers, and colleagues
Strong leadership skills with the ability to act decisively in difficult situations
Excellent communication skills, public speaking, and presentation experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; familiarity with shelter software and Asana, or desire to learn

Benefits

Comp & perks

great benefits
annual premium
monthly cell phone stipend
relocation assistance may be available