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Animal Care Supervisor Jobs in Colorado Springs, USA at EmergencyMD
Animal Care Supervisor
On-site | Full-Time
Are you a compassionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment? Do you believe every animal deserves humane, respectful care — and every team member deserves strong, supportive leadership? If so, we invite you to join HSPPR as our next Animal Care Supervisor
.
At HSPPR, we are driven by our mission:
to offer compassionate care to animals, support safe communities, and provide socially conscious sheltering. The Animal Care Supervisor plays a vital role in bringing that mission to life‑every single day.
About the Role
As the Animal Care Supervisor, you will lead and support a dedicated team responsible for the daily care and well‑being of animals in our shelter. You’ll ensure high standards of animal care, efficient operations, and a culture rooted in compassion and respect for both animals and people.
This is a hands‑on leadership position where you’ll be actively engaged on the floor, coaching staff, solving problems, and ensuring every animal receives the care they deserve.
Lead Animal Care Operations
- Supervise daily animal care activities, ensuring consistent, high‑quality standards
- Monitor workflow across all animal care areas to maintain efficiency and effectiveness
- Ensure proper feeding, cleaning, sanitation, and population movement
- Maintain accurate animal records and daily inventory checks
- Oversee supply management, cleanliness, and organization of all care areas
Provide Compassionate Care
- Serve as the Euthanasia Lead
, ensuring humane, respectful end‑of‑life care - Train and mentor staff on euthanasia procedures and controlled substance protocols
- Make thoughtful, humane decisions that prioritize animal welfare and dignity
Supervise, Train & Support Staff
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to 13 employees
- Train new staff and volunteers, ensuring alignment with protocols and best practices
- Conduct regular 1:1 meetings, performance feedback, and team trainings
- Review timecards, schedules, and daily task completion
Foster Strong Relationships
- Promote open communication and collaboration across staff, volunteers, and leadership
- Address concerns with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment
- Serve as a key liaison for volunteers, providing guidance and support
Communicate & Collaborate
- Keep leadership informed of department updates, challenges, and opportunities
- Document concerns and ensure appropriate follow‑up
- Partner with internal teams, including Philanthropy, to share impactful animal stories
Ensure Safety & Compliance
- Maintain a safe working environment for people and animals
- Model and enforce safety protocols and best practices
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
What You Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ year of animal care experience (shelter, veterinary, or similar environment preferred)
- 1+ year of supervisory experience preferred
- Strong animal handling skills and comfort working with animals of all sizes and temperaments
- Ability to obtain Euthanasia by Injection (EBI) certification within 12 months
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; shelter software experience (e.g., Chameleon) a plus
- Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This is an active, physically demanding role that requires:
- Lifting 50+ pounds regularly
- Standing, walking, bending, and handling animals for extended periods
- Working with a variety of species, including those with medical or behavioral challenges
- Exposure to animal allergens, zoonotic diseases, cleaning agents, and varying environmental conditions
Schedule
- Schedule varies — will include at least one weekend day on a regular basis
- Includes evenings, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
In addition to competitive salaries, we offer comprehensive benefits to our full‑time staff.
- Health Insurance
- 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary
- Dental and vision Plans
- Supplemental Group Life Insurance
- Short and long term disability Insurance
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Direct Deposit
- Personal Pet Perks
- Wellness Programs
- Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employment
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Title: Animal Care Supervisor
Company: EmergencyMD
Location: Colorado Springs, USA
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