The County of Stanislaus Animal Services Agency is accepting applications for their Executive Director position. The ideal candidate is an insightful and visionary leader with a service-focused mindset and strong supervisory and budget management skills. A commitment to cultivating a long-term organizational team culture focused on stability, collaboration, accountability, and trust is essential. As the Executive Director and subject matter expert in animal welfare, you will have a deep understanding of current animal service practices and regulatory requirements. As a proactive and hands-on contributor, you will be goal-driven and adept at implementing programs to advance the agency’s mission while forging strong partnerships with businesses, associations, and other stakeholders. In this role, you will lead by example with a positive presence, showing initiative, sound judgment, and a respectful, approachable demeanor. You will be an active problem solver who anticipates and responds to challenges, develops effective solutions, and swiftly resolves issues by engaging others when needed.