For seven decades, Humane Society of Vero Beach (“HSVB”) has been dedicated to improving the lives of animals in the community. The mission is to provide compassionate care, shelter, and advocacy for animals, while also promoting responsible pet ownership through education and outreach. They have helped thousands of animals find loving homes, provided low-cost spay/neuter services to reduce pet overpopulation, offered humane education programs to inspire the next generation of animal advocates and focused on public policy that benefits pets and their forever families. Ensuring that forever families have the resources they need to keep their pets safe and at home has led to a focus on caring for the people that care for the animals.

HSVB is governed by an 18 person board comprised of dedicated business and community leaders. The current operating budget is approximately $5.5M. 76% of the budget comes from private donations, fundraising activities, and earned revenue from Thrift Shops. Additional earned revenue sources include adoption fees and clinic service fees. A portion of the annual operating budget is paid by Indian River County, as HSVB serves as the County’s animal sheltering service provider. In 2023, the shelter cared for 3,864 animals, facilitated 2,144 adoptions and 562 family reunifications, achieving a save rate of 95%. All HSVB employees and volunteers are fear free certified and uphold the Five Freedoms.

The Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County Foundation, Inc. (the "Foundation") is a separate nonprofit corporation. The Foundation’s Board manages approximately $9M in assets and allocates on average $450,000 annually to HSVB.

HSVB is seeking an exceptional fundraising leader with a commitment to its mission, goals, and values to be its next CEO. The ideal candidate will build on HSVB’s successes and provide a strong vision for its future. Experience managing operations and finances, creating and implementing strategic plans, partnering with a Board, and staff development, as well as demonstrated success growing a sustainable organization is expected.

We seek a leader with eight or more years of executive experience. Demonstrated vision and passion for the humane and ethical treatment of animals is desired. Experience in a senior leadership role either reporting directly to or working closely with a Board of Directors is essential. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success as a fundraiser, financial management experience, and exceptional communication skills.

Salary & Benefits: $120,000 - $150,000, current benefits including 75% coverage of health care cost, 403(b) with 3% match, and paid time off. Relocation assistance including temporary housing, if needed, will be provided.

Applications and nominations are being received by Noetic Search. Please click here to submit a current resume and cover letter. For more information, visit www.noeticexsearch.com or www.hsvb.org.

Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River is an Equal Opportunity Employer