Credit Manager

Wildlife Program Manager - Milwaukee Campus Salary Range: $50,865.00 - $63,582.00. Full‑time. Management. Description How you’ll impact our mission: The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring a full‑time Wildlife Program Manager. The role leads our wildlife work, caring for thousands of orphaned and injured wild animals each year and providing community support on how to co‑exist safely with our wild neighbors. The manager reports to the VP of Operations, is based at our Milwaukee Campus, and works weekend days, holidays, and evenings as needed. Key Accountabilities Manage the wildlife rehabilitator staff, seasonal interns, and volunteers—oversee staffing, development, and scheduling. Develop and execute a strategic operating plan for the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center that aligns with organizational goals. Communicate the organization’s strategic direction, priorities, values, and key information to the team. Create a positive workplace environment and foster relationships across teams that exemplify WHS values. Establish and monitor rehabilitation protocols: Provide care for thousands of injured, sick, and orphaned wild animals from over 100 species, including threatened and endangered species. Ensure compliance with evolving federal, state, and local regulations and reporting requirements. Provide community customer service and partnership guidance on human‑wildlife coexistence and safe intervention. Stay current on best practices, emerging illnesses, and regulatory changes. Build and maintain professional relationships with internal stakeholders, community partners, regulatory agencies, veterinary partners, and animal welfare partners. Oversee budget management and planning for the team and program. Partner with the Marketing and Communication teams to share wildlife work content with the community. Qualifications Demonstrated team‑management experience. State of Wisconsin Advanced License in Wildlife Rehabilitation preferably; ability to obtain license within a specified timeline accepted. Rehabilitation experience in an urban setting, especially with small mammals and avian species. Ability to partner with clients, staff, and volunteers from diverse backgrounds. Alignment with WHS mission and values of compassion, respect, kindness, innovation, professionalism, equity, and positivity. Ability to navigate the emotional aspects of animal welfare work. Ability to meet physical demands, including stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Benefits for Full‑time Staff Paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holiday time. Health, dental, and vision insurance. 403(b) retirement plan with company match. Paid family leave. Group term and voluntary life insurance. Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. Flexible spending plans. Health savings account (HSA). Supplemental benefits to cover unexpected expenses. Benefits for All Staff Mental health and counseling support: access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with six free sessions per year for employees and household members. Limited low‑cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff animals. Discounts on adoption fees, training classes, youth programs, retail, and events. Support for student loans: WHS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer. Come see why over 280 staff call WHS home. You’ll be happy you did! The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin. It was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis and a wildlife rehabilitation center in Milwaukee. WHS offers adoption services, youth programs, low‑cost veterinary resources, retail stores, volunteer programs, dog training classes, and more. The Wisconsin Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. Application instructions: Click on "Apply Now" to begin your online employment application. We will contact you via the e‑mail you provided or by phone once we have an update on your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr