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