Coordinator of Shelter Resources; OPCVM
Company:
Lincoln Memorial University
Job Location:
Orange Park, Florida
Category:
Veterinary Services
Type:
Full-Time
Department: CVM Clinical Sciences
Position Category: Staff Full Time
Job Description
The Coordinator of Shelter Resources at the Lincoln Memorial University-College of Veterinary Medicine at Orange Park (LMU-OPCVM) is responsible for the comprehensive coordination of shelter-based clinical resources and services. This position serves as the primary liaison with shelter partners, managing lab schedules, animal use requirements, and the scheduling of faculty, staff, and students at shelter sites. The Coordinator oversees inventory and resource management at partner shelters and collaborates with affiliates to ensure smooth operations. The role is essential in maintaining safe, supportive, and efficient environments for shelters, faculty, staff, and students
Required Qualifications
Associate/Bachelors degree in Veterinary Medicine/Technology, Business Administration, or related field Veterinary clinical experience
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of university program goals and objectives Credentialed Veterinary Technician Relevant experience in higher education Experience in animal shelter administration or supervisory roles
Campus: Orange Park Florida
Posting Number: S05325P
Job Open Date: 06/01/2026
Job Close Date: 09/30/2026
Open Until Filled: No
About the Institution
Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.
Background Check Statement
The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual's identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual's criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.
Job Duties
Position Category: Staff Full Time
Job Description
The Coordinator of Shelter Resources at the Lincoln Memorial University-College of Veterinary Medicine at Orange Park (LMU-OPCVM) is responsible for the comprehensive coordination of shelter-based clinical resources and services. This position serves as the primary liaison with shelter partners, managing lab schedules, animal use requirements, and the scheduling of faculty, staff, and students at shelter sites. The Coordinator oversees inventory and resource management at partner shelters and collaborates with affiliates to ensure smooth operations. The role is essential in maintaining safe, supportive, and efficient environments for shelters, faculty, staff, and students
Required Qualifications
Associate/Bachelors degree in Veterinary Medicine/Technology, Business Administration, or related field Veterinary clinical experience
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of university program goals and objectives Credentialed Veterinary Technician Relevant experience in higher education Experience in animal shelter administration or supervisory roles
Campus: Orange Park Florida
Posting Number: S05325P
Job Open Date: 06/01/2026
Job Close Date: 09/30/2026
Open Until Filled: No
About the Institution
Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or humanresources@lmunet.edu.
AA/EEO Statement
Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.
Background Check Statement
The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual's identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual's criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.
Job Duties
- Serve as the primary liaison with partner shelters across the greater Jacksonville area
- Coordinate faculty, staff, and student schedules related to shelter-based teaching and clinical activities
- Oversee animal use requirements and ensure compliance with protocols
- Provide clinical care on an as needed basis
- Manage shelter-based inventory, ensuring resources are available and maintained appropriately
- Develop and implement shelter-specific policies and procedures in alignment with University and College standards
- Collaborate with community partners and organizations to enhance shelter-based teaching and clinical resources
- Represent LMU-OPCVM in meetings and partnerships with external shelter stakeholders
- Promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff, students, and shelter personnel
- Track and manage data related to shelter operations and resource use
- Coordinate logistics for shelter-based teaching and clinical activities
- Support reporting and documentation requirements for accreditation, compliance, and internal use
- Participate in University, College, and staff committees as assigned
- Foster collaborative engagement between LMU-OPCVM and shelter partners
- Maintain clear, professional, and timely communication with all stakeholders
- Perform duties in support of the College s and University s mission and evolving needs
