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Location | Kanab, Remote/Telework Position
Best Friends Animal Society
Are you passionate about making a difference—for animals and the people who care for them? Do you believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a kinder, more compassionate world? If so, Best Friends Animal Society invites you to apply for our remote Talent Acquisition Partner role. -
Location | Brighton, Massachusetts
Gifford Cat Shelter
Gifford seeks an entrepreneurial and experienced Executive Director to oversee shelter operations and implement their mission of providing a haven for stray, abused, and unwanted cats. The ideal candidate will have experience in revenue generation, relationship management, and building a high-performance operational team while fostering a transparent high-trust culture. -
Location | Fremont, California
City of Fremont
This role offers a unique opportunity to serve the Fremont community by providing compassionate, high-quality care to the animals in our City’s Animal Shelter. As a Veterinarian Technician, you’ll directly improve the quality of life for both animals and residents by supporting adoptions, promoting responsible pet ownership, and advancing community programs such as TNR and access-to-care initiatives. -
Location | Jacksonville, Florida
City of Jacksonville
Animal Care and Protective Services is actively seeking Animal Adoption Assistants. -
Location | Lihue, Hawaii
Kauai Humane Society
The Animal Care Manager must be committed to KHS’s mission of saving lives and providing exceptional care for our island’s animals. -
Location | Austin, Texas
Austin Pets Alive!
The Director of Philanthropy works under the direction of the Sr. Director of Philanthropy & Communications to help fuel a dynamic and growing non-profit with revenues now approaching $20 million annually and with national renown. This proven leader with experience in raising donations through individual giving at all levels, high-level corporate giving and partnerships, and grant funding is an individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to think creatively to solve problems and embrace challenges as they arise. -
Location | Hagerstown, Maryland
The Humane Society of Washington County (Maryland)
The Medical Services Director plays a critical role in overseeing the daily operations of HSWC’s Veterinary Center and Receiving Clinic, ensuring smooth functioning and excellent patient care. Behavior and Animal Care Supervisor
Location | Maumee, Ohio
Toledo Humane Society
The Toledo Humane Society’s Rehabilitation Center is a specialized facility dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of dogs rescued from cruelty and neglect. The Rehabilitation Center team works collaboratively to improve each dog’s quality of life and prepare them for successful placement in adoptive homes. -
Location | Charles Town, West Virginia
The National Humane Education Society
The Briggs Animal Adoption Center, a program of The National Humane Education Society, located near Charles Town, WV, in historic Jefferson County, has a job opening for a part-time staff veterinarian. Registered Veterinary Technician
Location | Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville Humane
As a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) on our Surgical Team, you’ll play a critical role in delivering high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter services to both shelter animals and community pets. You’ll ensure safe anesthesia, smooth surgical flow, and compassionate patient care—from induction to recovery. -
Location | Hagerstown, Maryland
The Humane Society of Washington County (Maryland)
HSWC seeks a licensed veterinarian to leverage his/her skills and expertise to support the shelter’s life-saving programs. Based within the shelter’s Receiving Clinic, this position will collaborate with staff to evaluate and triage incoming animals, provide high quality medical care to the shelter and foster animal populations via rounds, oversee general herd health, and partner with leadership to ensure HSWC is adhering to best practices in humane population management. -
Location | Hagerstown, Maryland
The Humane Society of Washington County (Maryland)
HSWC seeks a licensed veterinarian to leverage his/her skills and expertise to support the shelter’s life-saving programs. Based in HSWC’s Veterinary Center, this position will provide high-quality, high-volume medical and surgical care for shelter animals and community cats as well as preventative wellness services and low cost spay/neuter services to publicly owned animals. Animal Resources & Care Veterinarian
Location | Gainesville, Florida
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Alachua County is looking for an Animal Resources & Care Veterinarian (more)... -
Location | Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies
The Program Associate, Animal Welfare plays a vital support role within MACP’s Animal Welfare domain, contributing to the organization’s philanthropic goals through precise coordination, research, and collaboration. Animal Foster and Transfer Coordinator
Location | Loveland, Colorado
NOCO Humane
Are you passionate about animals and ready to make a difference behind the scenes and on the road? As our Foster & Transfer Coordinator, you’ll be the bridge between shelter animals and their brighter futures—overseeing foster care placements, transport logistics, and volunteer coordination. -
Location | Corinth, Mississippi
Corinth Alcorn Animal Shelter
The Director of the Animal Shelter provides overall strategic leadership, operational oversight, fundraising and revenue generating activities. This role combines visionary leadership with hands on management, balancing long-term strategy with the daily realities of animal care, staff development, and community relations. -
Location | Salt Lake City, Utah
Best Friends Animal Society
The Marketing Manager is responsible for engaging Salt Lake City communities with compelling, data-informed campaigns that support adoption, fostering, volunteering, and donations—while supporting marketing partnerships with local shelters. Temporary Equine and Farm Animal Welfare Specialist - Methuen Shelter
Location | Methuen, Massachusetts
MSPCA-Angell
MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center in Methuen has a temporary need for an Animal Welfare Specialist with specialized equine and farm animal experience. Animal Welfare Specialist - Methuen Shelter
Location | Methuen, Massachusetts
MSPCA-Angell
We have an exciting opportunity at our Methuen Animal Care and Adoption Center for an Animal Welfare Specialist. Animal Welfare Specialists (AWS) are at the forefront of the MSPCA's mission, working directly with people and their pets to effect positive change in our community. Animal Welfare Specialist -Boston Shelter
Location | Boston, Massachusetts
MSPCA-Angell
We are looking for a candidate who can deliver compassionate client service in a fast-paced environment for people looking to adopt or surrender. In the AWS role, you are often the first point of contact for pet families in need. You will spend part of your day hands-on with the animals at the adoption center and part of the day assisting the public with adoptions and surrenders. Customer Care Manager (Management Analyst I)
Location | Fairfax County, Virginia
Fairfax County Animal Services
Are you an enthusiastic individual looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of animals and the community? Fairfax County Animal Services is committed to providing the highest quality of care to the animals in our care, while also working to tackle the root causes of animal homelessness in our community. We are excited to announce an opening for a Customer Care Manager at our Michael R. Frey Campus located on West Ox Road! Field Services Supervisor (Animal Control Officer III)
Location | Fairfax County, Virginia
Fairfax County Animal Services
Are you passionate about animal welfare and ready to lead a team that’s making a real difference in the community? Join Fairfax County Animal Services as a Field Services Supervisor in our newly established Field Services Division! -
Location | Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Forsyth Humane Society
The Director of Animal Pathways provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all animal care and intake operations at Forsyth Humane Society (FHS). This position oversees the shelter intake process and daily animal care provided by Animal Care Technicians, ensuring that all animals are housed humanely, cared for appropriately, and moved efficiently through the shelter system. -
Location | Seattle, Washington
Seattle Animal Shelter
The Seattle Animal Shelter (SAS) is seeking a compassionate Veterinarian to join a nationally recognized agency working at the leading edge of municipal animal sheltering in veterinary care. Be part of a professional and high performing team who are devoted to serving our community.
