Animal Behavior Supervisor

NOCO Humane

Job Description

Behavior Supervisor – NOCO Humane (Evans, CO)

Location: Evans, CO | Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt | Schedule: generally Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday

Expected hiring rate is $26.00 per hour. Closes October 8th, 2025, or when filled.
Visit www.nocohumane.org/get-involved/careers for the Full Job Description and to apply.

NOCO Humane is looking for a compassionate and experienced Behavior Supervisor to join our team in Evans, CO. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supervising our Behavior Department at both campuses (Evans, CO and Loveland, CO), ensuring animals receive the behavioral care, enrichment, and support they need to thrive. The Behavior Supervisor will oversee assessments and training, support placement decisions, and lead a dedicated team of staff and volunteers. If you’re passionate about animal welfare, have strong leadership skills, and are ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

NOCO Humane is an independent nonprofit working to further the compassionate, safe, and responsible relationship between animals and people.

Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise Behavior Coordinators and department volunteers
• Oversee daily animal behavior assessments and enrichment plans
• Guide outcome decisions such as adoption, foster, transfer, or behavioral
intervention
• Perform duties of Behavior Coordinators as needed
• Design and implement behavior protocols and training programs for staff and volunteers
• Lead behavior-related training in safe handling, enrichment, and assessment
• Monitor shelter animal population for emotional and physical wellness
• Serve as a resource for internal teams and community behavior-related inquiries
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure cohesive care and support
• Participate in hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
• Support euthanasia procedures (certification provided upon hire)
• Travel regularly between shelter campuses and work flexible hours, including weekends

Education & Experience Requirements:
• Associate’s Degree in animal behavior, biology, veterinary science, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• At least 1 year of hands-on companion animal behavior/training experience required
• Certification in animal behavior (CPDT-KA, CTC, KPA-CTP, ACAAB) required
• Minimum of 1 year direct staff supervision or 2 years volunteer supervision experience
• Experience in enrichment and positive reinforcement training techniques
• Shelter experience and familiarity with behavior assessment tools (e.g., SAFER, Match-Up II) preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and occasional travel
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are a plus and include a wage premium
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid Colorado driver’s license and insurable driving record

Make a difference in the lives of animals—apply today to join our dedicated and passionate team!

Visit www.nocohumane.org/get-involved/careers for the Full Job Description and to apply.

This is a full time job