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Transportation Coordinator Manager - ASPCA

ASPCA
ASPCA Salary
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Transportation Coordinator Manager - ASPCA at ASPCA summary :

As the Transportation Coordinator Manager at ASPCA's Recovery & Rehabilitation Center, you oversee the placement and transport of animals, ensuring safe and positive adoption processes. This role requires collaboration with veterinary teams and internal partners to facilitate transport and manage daily operations effectively while maintaining a high standard of care. With a focus on improving animal welfare, you also lead a team, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for successful adoptions.

Summary :

Are you passionate about helping animals in need and eager to advance the field of animal welfare? Do you thrive in a dynamic, complex, highly collaborative environment? If so, the role of Manager, Adoptions & Transport at the ASPCA’s new Recovery & Rehabilitation Center (R&R Center) in Pawling, NY might be right for you!

The Manager, Adoptions & Transport is responsible for the effective and efficient placement of animals through direct adoptions and transfer. The person in this role introduces potential adopters to appropriate dogs, ensuring it is a safe and positive interaction for all involved, and works with internal partners to arrange and carry-out transport of adoptable dogs to adoption events and placement partners.

The successful candidate is a true collaborator, working closely and consistently with colleagues in the R&R Center and across the ASPCA, as well as directly with adopters, to find healthy, happy placement for dogs as quickly as possible.

Recovery & Rehabilitation Center Overview & Upcoming Launch

The R&R Center in Pawling, NY, is a unique program dedicated to providing integrated sheltering, behavioral, and medical care for canine victims of cruelty. The R&R Center team works closely with ASPCA teams in New York City to help animals rescued in partnership with the NYPD.

This position has a target start date of June 2, 2025.

Responsibilities :

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Functional Duties (60%)

Manage the day-to-day functions of the R&R Center’s Placement & Transport Program, including internal transport between ASPCA facilities, transfer partner placement, and direct adoptions

Work closely with NYC teams to ensure transport arrangements have been for incoming animals and that all transports are safe and humane

Collaborate with the veterinary team to plan timely transport to emergency and specialty veterinarians as needed

Work with behavior, veterinary, and care teams to determine which placement avenues are most appropriate for each dog, arranging internal and external transfers as appropriate

Proactively monitor placement pipeline, ensuring adequate resources to expedite placement

Maintain open lines of communication with the Adoption Center in NYC, arranging transfer and / or exchange of animals based on the greatest potential for successful and expedient placement

Maintain up to date knowledge of each dog in care and ready for placement

Gather and review relevant medical, behavioral, and photo / video animal information and submit to Centralized Placement to facilitate partner placement

Provide biographical information for public facing dog adoption profiles

Ensure a non-judgmental, positive approach to direct adoption and in coaching accommodations and good choices with prospective adopters

Work directly with adopters to ensure high quality placements, creating a positive experience for dogs and potential adopters, eliminating ineffective barriers to adoption

Collaborate with veterinary, behavioral, and sheltering colleagues to develop a transition plan for each dog, minimizing post-adoption setbacks and pain points for placement partners and adopters

Conduct post-adoption follow-up calls and / or emails and serve as the main point of contact for adopters in need of advice or assistance post-placement

Serve as the primary point of contact for placement partners with questions about dogs available for transfer and dogs that have recently been transferred to their care

Maintain handling skills and develop strong collaborative relationships with colleagues by participating in playgroup, behavior treatment, loading dogs for transport, veterinary exams, and humane euthanasia as needed and when appropriate

People Management (30%)

Provide direct oversight of Coordinator, Adoptions and Coordinator, Transport

Ensure team adheres to standard operating procedures, protocols, and regulatory requirements, and maintain accurate records of compliance activities

Arrange tasks and resources effectively to optimize workflow and ensure efficiency

Set clear, achievable team goals, inspiring and motivating team members to perform at their best

Facilitate ample and open communication within and across teams

Directly and immediately address conflict and concerns as the arise, ensuring difficult conversations are productive, respectful, and meaningful

Monitor and evaluate employee performance, fostering growth by providing coaching, regular and timely feedback, and formal appraisals

Administrative and Operational Duties (10%)

Work with R&R Center leadership to create, review, and update standard operating procedures and operational documents to align with all regulatory requirements

Attend and meaningfully contribute to all relevant R&R Center and ASPCA meetings

Accurately track and report time worked, time off, and work-related expenses

Responsibly steward R&R Center assets

Core Values

Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values :

Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals

Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes

Believes in Team – that we are stronger together

Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible

Focuses on Impact, specifically making change for animals

Education and Work Experience

High School Diploma or GED required, B.S. or B.A. preferred

Minimum of 2 years of management experience

Professional or volunteer experience with animal adoptions in a shelter setting is preferred

5 or more years driving experience preferred

Experience in animal transportation or veterinary / animal shelter services preferred

Fear Free® Shelter Program certification (approximately 5 hours) required or completed within 60 days of hire

Qualifications

Must provide a valid driver’s license upon hire and pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating a safe driving history. As part of the driving requirements of this role, must also pass a Department of Transportation Medical Exam.

Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time

Available to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Fluent in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with shelter software systems or Salesforce a plus

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Able to regularly witness animals suffering medically and / or behaviorally

Comfortable with humane euthanasia in theory and in practice

Displays concern for the safety and well-being of self, animals and others, especially under stress

Fosters collaboration by creating strong connections with colleagues at all levels and in all areas

Builds strong work relationships based on trust, respect, and listening to understand

Freely and generously shares knowledge, skills, and expertise with others

Demonstrates genuine interest in the thoughts, ideas, and expertise of others

Proactively problem-solves and takes appropriate initiative to implement solutions

Flexible; can easily adapt to changes and help others do the same

Resilient; bounces back from difficult and disappointing situations quickly

Strong and adaptable people manager

Artfully flexes management and coaching styles to best support diverse individuals

Cultivates a climate in which diverse perspectives are solicited, encouraged, valued, and respected

Ability to set a clear direction and inspire others to work towards shared goals

Sets a high standard by leading with transparency, integrity, honesty and strong ethical principles

Unafraid of hard conversations and approaches them openly, quickly, and kindly

Views conflict as generative, using disagreement to drive innovation, improve communication, clarify and articulate values, and build stronger relationships

Values training and education for self and team, ensuring ample access to learning opportunities

Ability to work in a variety of environments and weather conditions, including indoor climate-controlled spaces where it may be noisy and outdoors where surfaces may be wet or uneven and extreme heat, cold, or precipitation is possible

Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a desk or computer

Ability to lift and carry animals (50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance) and equipment, such as food bags, bedding, and cleaning supplies

Comfort and ability to handle and restrain animals safely and humanely, particularly in stressful situations

Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that requires standing, walking, bending, squatting, and / or kneeling for extended periods of time

Work involves exposure to chemical and biological hazards such as medications, cleaning products, urine, feces, blood, and sharp objects

Ability to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to disposable coveralls, respirators or face masks, and booties

Compensation and Benefits :

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 $70,000 - $75,000 annually.

For more information on our benefits offerings, visit our website .

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Qualifications :

See above for qualifications details.

Language : English

Education and Work Experience :

High School Diploma

Our EEO Policy :

The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.  A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA.  Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status,  or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M / F / D / V).

About Us :

The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay / neuter clinic, mobile spay / neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

Applicants that are residents of Colorado : Per CO Senate Bill 23-058, we cannot generally request or require any age-related information (i.e., age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution) on an initial employment application; this includes any age-related inquiries in the initial interview. We are permitted to require / request additional application materials; if those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant may redact the information before submitting an initial employment application.

Keywords :

transportation coordinator, animal welfare, adoption management, canine transport, animal shelter, placement program, ASPCA, non-profit organization, animal rescue, team management

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000

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