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Location | Riverside, California
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
The Foster Care Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the Foster Care Program which includes providing quality care for all the pets in the foster care program. The Foster Care Coordinator also supports the mission of MSRPAC and provides high-quality service and leadership to individuals who participate in the foster program. -
Location | EUGENE, Oregon
Willamette Animal Guild
Be a hero for animals in your community! Willamette Animal Guild (WAG) is a thriving community organization offering an opportunity to save 25,000 animals per year alongside a team of compassionate, exceptionally-qualified support staff whose average tenure with WAG is over 9 years. We have completed over 81,000 sterilizations during our 17 years of business, preventing over 405,000 unwanted cats and dogs in Lane County. -
Location | Fresno, California
City of Fresno
Be part of the City of Fresno’s new Animal Center Department! The City of Fresno Animal Center Department is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Veterinarian to join their team. The Veterinarian will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of the animals in the Center’s care while embodying the goals, innovation, and animal care compassion that the City Manager envisions for the veterinary program and the community. -
Location | Augusta, Maine
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry
Chief veterinarian in the state with the role of protecting animal health and human public health, primarily through the prevention of the spread of animal diseases and those contagious to humans (zoonotic diseases). They oversee and direct several dynamic poultry, livestock, and animal disease management programs, emphasizing agricultural sector impact. This is accomplished through the supervision of dedicated program field staff, developing disease management programs, providing technical advice to other programs, effective public outreach, conducting investigations of incidents of reportable diseases, and working with other states and federal stakeholders to plan for and respond to issues impacting animal health, and developing and updating laws and regulations. The position can involve a hybrid work schedule (office/remote). -
Location | Wheaton, Illinois
DuPage County Animal Services
We are pleased to offer the current job opportunity for an Operations Manager position in the Animal Services Department. DuPage County Animal Services (DCAS) is an immediate open admission shelter caring for more than 2,300 animals of varying species annually. -
Location | Lavonia, Georgia
Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter
Under the direction of the Board of the Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter, the Shelter Director is responsible for the operational oversight of the Shelter. Functional oversight includes animal intake, pet placement programs (adoption, foster, rescue transfer/transport), pet support services, and volunteer services. Monitors all aspects of the humane treatment and handling of shelter animals, animal flow, record keeping, and use of limited housing space. The director should anticipate client and constituent needs and continually search for ways to increase customer satisfaction, managing escalated and emotionally charged situations with tact, empathy and respect. -
Location | San Francisco , California
San Francisco Animal Care and Control
San Francisco Animal Care and Control is seeking an animal care attendant (more...) -
Location | League City, Texas
League City Animal Care
This position provides care and training, in the form of Fear Free handling, for our shelter animals. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service skills that provide a high level of pleasant, professional service to all visitors, staff, and volunteers, and is expected to offer excellence in customer service and public education to all citizens (more...) -
Location | League City, Texas
League City Animal Care
Under supervision of the Animal Protection Lead, Animal Services Supervisor, and Animal Services Manager, the Animal Protection Officer enforces animal protection laws and ordinances for the City through investigation and the patrolling of the City of League City. Acts as a representative of the City in the field and in shelter. Operates the Pet Resource Center to provide options for individuals needing rehoming assistance, pet pantry & pet retention supplies, lost/found pet services, and more. Performs work in the League City Animal Care Center to include care and maintenance of animals and grounds while humanely following City policy, City ordinances and State of Texas laws. Development & Marketing Coordinator
Location | League City, Texas
League City Animal Care
The Community Outreach Coordinator specializing in Development & Marketing plays a critical role in advancing the City’s public engagement, and fundraising initiatives. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with residents, community organizations, and potential partners, including coordinating marketing campaigns, planning community events, and executing development strategies that support City programs and services. Additional responsibilities include planning and executing fundraising campaigns, researching and securing sponsorships, grants, and donations. This role requires strong communication skills, creative thinking, organizational prowess, and a passion for community involvement and public service. Supervising Animal Services Officer
Location | Novato, California
Marin Humane
The Supervising Animal Services Officer serves as one of two operational leads for the field services team, akin to a sergeant role within a law enforcement structure. This position ensures the efficient daily management of Animal Services Officers (ASO 1 and ASO 2) and Field Technicians and provides hands-on support in both administrative and field capacities. The role includes scheduling, project oversight, and the facilitation of seamless communication between staff, Director of Animal Services, and shelter staff. The supervisor also acts as a "float," responding to field needs and providing operational support to ensure coverage and effective service delivery. -
Location | Seal Beach, California
Seal Beach Animal Care Center
Manage the intake and care of kittens within SBACC, including recruiting and supporting foster families. Coordinate veterinary care, oversee socialization efforts, and promote foster program to new recruits. 2-3 years experience with neonatal kittens in a professional setting required. Train new fosters and set up new foster homes with necessary supplies. Ability to assess, vaccinate, medicate, bottle and tube feed, and give SubQ fluids to kittens. Regularly communicate and follow up with foster parents to monitor progress of kittens in foster care, take calls and emails from fosters when needed. Create and maintain guidance materials for foster parents. -
Location | Portland, Oregon
Multnomah County Animal Services
As the Operations Manager, you will support Animal Services’ mission while keeping pace in an active and demanding environment that requires a high degree of multitasking and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. You will be responsible for partnering with the Animal Services Director in strategic and operational leadership at the Multnomah County Animal Services shelter, including the program areas of Field Services, Client Services, Animal Care, and, Animal Health.. You will directly supervise non-represented professional staff, and be responsible for observing, understanding and evaluating shelter processes and procedures, budget, and personnel management. You will provide operational oversight through setting and achieving meaningful and realistic goals, problem solving quickly and decisively, as well as developing systems and processes that maximize organization effectiveness. You’ll embrace the opportunity to interact with people from cultural backgrounds different from your own. -
Location | Sevierville, Tennessee
Sevier County Humane Society
The Shelter Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and strategic direction of a rural animal shelter dedicated to the rescue, care, and rehoming of animals. This individual will ensure the shelter operates efficiently, compassionately, and in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations. As the face of the organization, the Director also plays a key role in collaboration with veterinary partners and volunteers. Specialist, Veterinary Programs
Location | New York, New York
Best Friends Animal Society
Veterinary Specialists provide high quality medical care for animals in Best Friends lifesaving and veterinary programs. They are responsible for daily medical activities and supporting Best Friends veterinarians. Veterinary Specialists act with urgency to accomplish important tasks and play a direct role in achieving Best Friends Animal Society’s no-kill mission and organizational success. Specialists may receive intensive assignments in a particular program, based on organizational needs. -
Location | Montpelier, Vermont
The Mitzvah Fund
The Operations Director will oversee the daily workings of The Mitzvah Fund, including the full cycle of veterinary care for our patients, maintenance of the hospital’s facility and mobile unit, management of the organization’s volunteers, and general administrative tasks. -
Location | Saugerties, New York
Catskill Animal Sanctuary
CAS is seeking an Executive Director as Founder Kathy Stevens transitions from the role. This is a unique and transformative opportunity for a dynamic, mission-driven leader to apply their experience and expertise in service of a more compassionate world for all beings. The ideal candidate embodies integrity, transparency, and accountability in all aspects of their work. They will bring exceptional skills in organizational growth, team empowerment, and communication abilities. Additionally, they will have a proven track record of guiding an organization through strategic planning and execution, while successfully securing major gifts to sustain and expand its impact. -
Location | Palm City, Florida
American Humane Society
American Humane, a national leader in animal welfare for over a century, seeks a Service Dog Training Manager for its Pups4Patriots program at the American Humane Sanctuary in Palm City, FL. This hybrid position reports to the Director, Sanctuary and Military Affairs Programming, and plays a key role in training service dogs to assist veterans and first responders with PTSD and TBI. -
Location | Boston, Massachusetts
MSPCA-Angell
The Housing Policy Specialist will forge new policies to permit pets in housing by working with local housing authorities and municipal governments, state agencies, and the legislature. The Housing Policy Specialist will also develop or have existing relationships with housing providers and associations to be able to change no pets policies with sensible and workable guidelines that have positive outcomes for tenants with pets, tenants without pets, and landlords/management. Volunteer Live-in Caretaker (Unpaid)
Location | Smithville , Texas
Central Texas Pig Rescue
Our live-in caretaker is the backbone of the team. We’re looking for compassionate, pig-loving humans who want to have a big impact on the lives of rescued animals. While animal-care experience is a plus, all of us started with little to none—and everything can be taught to the right person. If you’re looking for an adventure, hard and fulfilling work, new pig friends, and an escape into the Enchanted Pig Forest of Central Texas, this role might be for you. -
Location | Tacoma, Washington
Northwest Spay & Neuter Center
As a Wellness Veterinarian, you’ll play a vital role in providing preventative care, vaccinations, and minor illness management for companion animals in underserved communities. You’ll work in a mission-driven environment supported by a seasoned technical staff, with a focus on access to care and compassionate communication with pet owners. Supervising Animal Services Officer
Location | Novato, California
Marin Humane
The Supervising Animal Services Officer serves as one of two operational leads for the field services team, akin to a sergeant role within a law enforcement structure. This position ensures the efficient daily management of Animal Services Officers (ASO 1 and ASO 2) and Field Technicians and provides hands-on support in both administrative and field capacities. The role includes scheduling, project oversight, and the facilitation of seamless communication between staff, Director of Animal Services, and shelter staff. The supervisor also acts as a "float," responding to field needs and providing operational support to ensure coverage and effective service delivery. -
Location | Chicago, Illinois
Tree House Humane Society
We are currently seeking a dedicated full-time Veterinary Technician, passionate about serving pets and people in need. The ideal candidate is motivated by a commitment to public service and working with under-resourced communities. We welcome applicants at all stages in their careers but desire applicants to have experience in drawing blood, catheter placement, anesthetic monitoring, and perform daily treatments in the veterinary field. We provide a supportive environment to help new team members succeed and grow. This role requires a four-day work week and availability for one to two Saturdays per month. To empower our Veterinary Technicians to fully utilize their skills, our clinic is equipped with a range of advanced diagnostic tools and technologies. These include comprehensive in-house blood work and urine cytology capabilities, digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, and complete anesthetic monitoring. This state-of-the-art equipment enables us to deliver high-quality care to a large volume of patients effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-oriented team and to make a real difference in the lives of owned, shelter, and working patients alike. -
Location | Loveland, Colorado
NOCO Humane
NOCO Humane is seeking a skilled Behavior Manager to oversee our dynamic Behavior and Foster/Transfer teams across our campuses in Loveland, Greeley, and Evans, CO.
