Chief Executive Officer

The Montgomery County SPCA is dedicated to animal protection, humane education, community support, and caring for unwanted, lost, and abused domestic animals. Established in 1909, the organization operates with a commitment to preventing cruelty to animals and promoting their well-being within the community.

With three facilities located in Conshohocken, Perkiomenville, and Abington Township, the organization provides comprehensive services, including sheltering, adoption, humane education, and cruelty investigations. The Conshohocken facility houses the administrative offices and is the largest of the organization's shelters. In 2023, MCSPCA served nearly 5,000 animals across its three locations, achieving an 84.5% live release rate.

MCSPCA is governed by a 12-person board, a number have joined the Board recently bringing renewed excitement and energy.  The current operating budget is approximately $4M.  With an endowment exceeding $70 million, the MCSPCA is well-positioned to modernize and expand its facilities, enhance its programs and services, including its volunteer program, strengthen community relationships and owner retention services, and reaffirm its commitment to animal welfare.

The next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Montgomery County SPCA will be an entrepreneurial leader with change management experience who will guide the organization through a pivotal period of transformation and growth.  Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will balance the operational demands of the shelter with the broader mission of advancing animal welfare in the community and beyond.  Working with the Board, staff, and volunteers, the next leader will build a culture that strives to keep animals with their owners by providing needed resources that make it possible for families to stay together.  The CEO will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for MCSPCA's staff, programs, expansion, and execution of its mission. Key responsibilities include leadership and management, financial oversight, fundraising, public relations, and program development.  Qualified candidates will bring excellent public speaking and written communication skills as well as fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.

We seek a resilient, persistent and highly experienced leader and manager with demonstrated vision and passion for the humane and ethical treatment of animals. Demonstrated success managing change, planning, forecasting and determining courses of action is needed. Competitive candidates will have proven experience in a senior leadership role within a nonprofit organization, preferably in animal welfare or a related field.  Experience reporting to, or serving on, a Board of Directors is strongly desired. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred.

SALARY & BENEFITS:
$225,000 - $250,000 plus comprehensive health benefits, 403(b) and discretionary bonus.

Applications and nominations are being received by Noetic Search. Please click here to submit a current resume and cover letter.  For more information, visit Noetic’s website or montgomerycountyspca.org

Montgomery County SPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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