Path of Hope Rescue
Chief of Operations for Dog Rescue
Path of Hope Rescue, Spokane, Washington, United States, 99254
Overview
Chief of Operations Job Industry: Charity / Social Services / Non- Profit Organization Job Location: Spokane, Washington, United States Job Type: Full Time Office Setting: Remote with On Location Duties Remote: Yes Compensation: $48,000 - 100,000+ Hours Per Week: 32-40 Position will close September 22, 2025
Responsibilities
Lead the Operations Branch of Path of Hope Rescue (PHR), overseeing the program dogs from intake to adoption, including Foster, Adoptions, Admissions, Medical, and Transport Packs.
Serve as the right-hand person to the CEO, driving smooth and scalable operations; current emphasis is 90% hands-on logistics and 10% strategic development, with growth toward more leadership and SOPs.
Manage Admissions by building and maintaining relationships with Texas shelter partners, identifying dogs at risk of euthanasia, and coordinating transport with partners to move dogs into Washington state, ensuring compliance with state laws.
Develop a foster plan with backups since there is no kennel or building; coordinate transport arrivals with the Intake team and immediate transfer to Foster Families.
Supervise the Medical Pack while dogs are in foster care to ensure preventative care, screening, and spay/neuter surgeries are completed.
Oversee the Adoption program, including Matchmakers and Assistants; ensure high standards in the adoption process and coordination of long-distance transport to adopters (Puppy Delivery Express).
Work from home with remote days focused on computer work, team leadership, and coordinating with volunteers; some in-person duties (transports, surgeries, events), including evenings and weekends as needed.
Collaborate with Marketing to advertise current and upcoming dogs accurately.
Backfill open volunteer roles when needed; lead multiple roles and contribute to building SOPs, curricula, and long-term foundational documents for the Rescue as the Branch expands.
Engage in ongoing process improvement and continuing education; stay informed with new information and best practices.
What Winning Looks Like
1-2 Texas Transports / Intakes per month
All dogs placed in appropriate foster homes with no double placements; foster team building and community
Medical Team supported with inventory ready for emergencies
Vaccines, heartworm prevention, and dewormer up to date
Spay/Neuter surgeries scheduled and planned in advance
Daily engagement with volunteers (Mon-Fri) remotely; one proactive day per week for on-site visits
Strong remote work ethic
Mandatory attendance at all events, intakes, and transports (some evenings/weekends); office hours may be adjusted
10-15 adoptions per month
Skills Needed to Succeed
Soft Skills
The Operations Branch relies on volunteer leadership; ability to motivate and manage volunteers is essential.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication; strong conflict resolution skills.
Emotional discipline and decisive decision-making aligned with principles.
Hard Skills
Logistics and communication; comfort with multiple moving parts and problem solving; critical thinking.
Proficiency with technology and multiple platforms/CRMs; accurate data and record-keeping are priorities.
About Path of Hope Rescue
Our Mission:
Path of Hope Rescue saves pregnant dogs and puppies from high-kill shelters in the Southern United States; Spokane, WA-based rescue is 100% foster-based and relies on volunteers and fosters while building paid staff.
Our Vision:
Eliminate euthanasia of dogs in the South by reducing breeding and making Spokane a leading dog-rescue destination.
Core Values:
Transparency, Community, Integrity, Golden Rule
Company Culture:
We are dedicated to dogs, community, and merit-based growth. We emphasize hard work, accountability, and a positive, drama-free environment.
Compensation and Benefits Compensation: $48,000 annual salary. Flexible schedule and two weeks paid vacation annually; benefits are not offered at this time. The right candidate may see increased salary with contributions to adoption rates and organizational growth, with long-term goals to raise executive salaries and explore profit-sharing incentives.
Note: This description reflects current terms and culture and is not a contract.
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Chief of Operations Job Industry: Charity / Social Services / Non- Profit Organization Job Location: Spokane, Washington, United States Job Type: Full Time Office Setting: Remote with On Location Duties Remote: Yes Compensation: $48,000 - 100,000+ Hours Per Week: 32-40 Position will close September 22, 2025
Responsibilities
Lead the Operations Branch of Path of Hope Rescue (PHR), overseeing the program dogs from intake to adoption, including Foster, Adoptions, Admissions, Medical, and Transport Packs.
Serve as the right-hand person to the CEO, driving smooth and scalable operations; current emphasis is 90% hands-on logistics and 10% strategic development, with growth toward more leadership and SOPs.
Manage Admissions by building and maintaining relationships with Texas shelter partners, identifying dogs at risk of euthanasia, and coordinating transport with partners to move dogs into Washington state, ensuring compliance with state laws.
Develop a foster plan with backups since there is no kennel or building; coordinate transport arrivals with the Intake team and immediate transfer to Foster Families.
Supervise the Medical Pack while dogs are in foster care to ensure preventative care, screening, and spay/neuter surgeries are completed.
Oversee the Adoption program, including Matchmakers and Assistants; ensure high standards in the adoption process and coordination of long-distance transport to adopters (Puppy Delivery Express).
Work from home with remote days focused on computer work, team leadership, and coordinating with volunteers; some in-person duties (transports, surgeries, events), including evenings and weekends as needed.
Collaborate with Marketing to advertise current and upcoming dogs accurately.
Backfill open volunteer roles when needed; lead multiple roles and contribute to building SOPs, curricula, and long-term foundational documents for the Rescue as the Branch expands.
Engage in ongoing process improvement and continuing education; stay informed with new information and best practices.
What Winning Looks Like
1-2 Texas Transports / Intakes per month
All dogs placed in appropriate foster homes with no double placements; foster team building and community
Medical Team supported with inventory ready for emergencies
Vaccines, heartworm prevention, and dewormer up to date
Spay/Neuter surgeries scheduled and planned in advance
Daily engagement with volunteers (Mon-Fri) remotely; one proactive day per week for on-site visits
Strong remote work ethic
Mandatory attendance at all events, intakes, and transports (some evenings/weekends); office hours may be adjusted
10-15 adoptions per month
Skills Needed to Succeed
Soft Skills
The Operations Branch relies on volunteer leadership; ability to motivate and manage volunteers is essential.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication; strong conflict resolution skills.
Emotional discipline and decisive decision-making aligned with principles.
Hard Skills
Logistics and communication; comfort with multiple moving parts and problem solving; critical thinking.
Proficiency with technology and multiple platforms/CRMs; accurate data and record-keeping are priorities.
About Path of Hope Rescue
Our Mission:
Path of Hope Rescue saves pregnant dogs and puppies from high-kill shelters in the Southern United States; Spokane, WA-based rescue is 100% foster-based and relies on volunteers and fosters while building paid staff.
Our Vision:
Eliminate euthanasia of dogs in the South by reducing breeding and making Spokane a leading dog-rescue destination.
Core Values:
Transparency, Community, Integrity, Golden Rule
Company Culture:
We are dedicated to dogs, community, and merit-based growth. We emphasize hard work, accountability, and a positive, drama-free environment.
Compensation and Benefits Compensation: $48,000 annual salary. Flexible schedule and two weeks paid vacation annually; benefits are not offered at this time. The right candidate may see increased salary with contributions to adoption rates and organizational growth, with long-term goals to raise executive salaries and explore profit-sharing incentives.
Note: This description reflects current terms and culture and is not a contract.
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