Description
Lead the Front Lines of Animal Emergency Response
Full-Time/exempt | $87,297-$97,008 annually
When disaster strikes, animals need strong, compassionate leadership-and so do the communities that love them. Marin Humane is seeking an experienced Emergency Response Program Manager to lead our disaster preparedness, emergency response, and recovery efforts, ensuring animals and people are protected before, during, and after emergencies.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
As Emergency Response Program Manager, you'll build and lead a comprehensive emergency preparedness program that spans planning, training, interagency coordination, and real-world response. You'll serve as a key representative of Marin Humane during emergencies-working side by side with fire, law enforcement, emergency management, and animal welfare partners to protect animals and support the broader community.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
โข Lead Marin Humane's disaster preparedness, emergency response, and recovery programs
โข Serve in Incident Command or General Staff roles during emergency activations
โข Coordinate multi-agency response efforts and mutual aid deployments
โข Develop and maintain emergency plans, SOPs, training programs, and readiness documentation
โข Build and oversee animal technical rescue capacity and volunteer disaster response teams
โข Lead preparedness exercises, trainings, and community outreach efforts
โข Oversee emergency logistics, fleet readiness, and supply management
โข Support complex field operations, investigations, and large-scale animal rescues
WHO YOU ARE
You're a steady, thoughtful leader who stays calm under pressure and values teamwork, planning, and adaptability. You bring hands-on emergency response experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across agencies and disciplines.
WHAT YOU BRING
โข 3+ years of experience in emergency response, disaster operations, animal welfare, or public safety
โข Experience working in coordinated, multi-agency response environments
โข Leadership experience with staff and/or volunteers
โข Hands-on experience with small and large animals in emergency or sheltering settings
โข Strong project management, communication, and decision-making skills
โข Ability to deploy and work irregular hours during emergencies
โข FEMA/ICS training preferred; Spanish-English bilingual skills a plus
WHY MARIN HUMANE
At Marin Humane, our mission is to transform lives through exceptional animal care, humane education, and advocacy. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
โข $87,297-$97,008 annually (exempt)
โข Spanish bilingual differential
โข Medical, dental, and vision coverage
โข 403(b) retirement plan
โข Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and sabbatical leave