What is a shelter manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a shelter manager

1. Explore shelter manager education requirements

   Most common shelter manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   53.4 %

   Associate

   22.0 %

   Master's

   10.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific shelter manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Crisis Intervention	18.02%
   Safety Planning	14.86%
   Client Intake	13.23%
   Social Services	4.03%
   Emergency Shelter	3.54%

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3. Complete relevant shelter manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New shelter managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a shelter manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real shelter manager resumes.

4. Research shelter manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage pet adoption programs and supervise animal intake, disposition and euthanasia activities.
   • Administer therapeutic restraints as well as CPR when necessary.
   • Work as a mentor with autistic volunteers and public relations for VSAWL pet finder account and newspapers articles.
   • Assist patients in securing medical coverage by screening refer patients and coordinating the application process through successful approval.

5. Apply for shelter manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a shelter manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams