Interested in working on behalf of animals? Already in the field, but want to learn something new? Discover new career opportunities in animal welfare across the United States by searching the job listings below or filtering by category or location.
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Location | Kansas City, Missouri
KC Pet Project
KC Pet Project Animal Services Officers performs specialized work for residents of Kansas City, Missouri, to resolve various issues related to animals and when necessary, the enforcement of local ordinances and state statutes related to animal issues. The position is subject to the common risks of animal control enforcement and care. Work is performed in accordance with City Ordinance and State statutes. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Chief of Animal Services and the Field Services Manager and is evaluated through observation and discussions concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of performed duties. Adoptions Specialist - Bilingual
Location | Charlotte, North Carolina
Humane Society of Charlotte
Humane Society of Charlotte is seeking a Bilingual Adoptions Specialist (more...) Vice President, Cruelty Recovery Center
Location | Columbus, Ohio
ASPCA
Direct the CRC team and appropriately delegate tasks to ensure that all crucial functions are performed: smooth, well-coordinated daily operations; well-integrated daily, behavioral and medical care for all animals; efficient animal flow into and out of the program; clear, professional communication among team members and with partnering teams (more...) -
Location | Castle Rock, Colorado
Dumb Friends League
Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot? For over 100 years, the Dumb Friends League has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice. -
Location | Terre Haute, Indiana
Terre Haute Humane Society
The Executive Director serves as a dynamic liaison between the staff, Board of Directors, the community, and government entities in Terre Haute and Vigo County. The Executive Director will be the shelter’s visible spokesperson and will have a unique opportunity to positively influence the community at large. The Executive Director works closely with Shelter Staff to oversee all aspects of animal care, ensuring that their welfare is a top priority. -
Location | Seneca, South Carolina
Oconee Humane Society
An ideal candidate will be a seasoned, effective and compassionate leader, who is passionate about the mission of Oconee Humane Society. They will provide effective, respectful, and fair management of our staff, understand how to inspire through clear communication, and possess high emotional intelligence. Successful candidates will have demonstrated leadership experience and management in business, non profits, animal rights, etc. -
Location | Pasadena, California
Pasadena Humane
As a Wildlife-Focus Health Technician, you will share your expertise with wildlife for the benefit of human and non-human animals in the community and work to advocate for wildlife and healthy ecosystems by assisting with outreach and educational programs such as tabling events, public speaking to all ages, and assisting with our humane exclusion program. In this position you will work with residents to solve wildlife conflict issues and use creative problem-solving skills to find solutions that are humane and effective for both residents and wildlife, offering the community an alternative to conventional pest control. -
Location | Pasadena, California
Pasadena Humane
We care for all the pet animals and wildlife entering our shelter. As a Health Technician that specializes in behavior you will partner with veterinarians to address the husbandry, medical and behavioral needs of each animal on its journey to a forever home. You will support the veterinarians in treating behavioral concerns, lowering fear, anxiety, and stress and maximizing opportunities for placement. In addition to partnering with veterinarians, Health Technicians work with multiple other teams, including animal control officers, customer care associates (in adoptions, the animal resource center, the SNiP clinic), and volunteer services, to ensure that animals become available for placement as expediently as possible. RVT - Veterinary Health Technician
Location | Pasadena, California
Pasadena Humane
We care for all the pet animals and wildlife entering our shelter. As a Health Technician you will partner with veterinarians to address the husbandry, medical and behavioral needs of each animal on its journey to a forever home. In addition to partnering with veterinarians, Health Technicians work with multiple other teams, including animal control officers, customer care associates (in adoptions, the animal resource center, the SNiP clinic), and volunteer services, to ensure that animals become available for placement as expediently as possible. -
Location | Alpharetta, Georgia
Furkids Animal Rescue and Shelters
The Development Director will work closely with the CEO to implement the infrastructure needed to grow a $2.5M budget through the solicitation of major gifts, grants, special events, and corporate and foundation support. This position will be expected to expand and diversify Furkid's donor base/pipeline and work closely with other team members to secure funding for new initiatives. In addition, this position will work closely with the board of directors and support board members as they take on a more active fundraising role. -
Location | Grand Rapids, Michigan
Humane Society of West Michigan
Humane Society of West Michigan is seeking a Shelter Veterinarian (more...) -
Location | Tampa, Florida
Hillsborough County BOCC
This position is responsible for performing duties administering medical treatments and vaccinations, assisting a Veterinarian in performing small animal surgery, assessing the health, well-being and temperament of animals upon impound and on an ongoing basis in a shelter environment. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Adoption Program at ACC has a goal that is simple and powerful: we are looking to help end animal homelessness in New York City by connecting people and pets for adoption. ACC employs an open adoption approach where we understand that there is no such thing as the “perfect home” and we welcome all clients as potential adopters. Using this approach, the adoption process is conversation-based and non-judgmental. Our focus is on matching pets with people and providing resources to continue assisting these new families post adoption. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Animal Care Specialist provides a high standard of animal care to ensure the welfare of animals at the ACC Care Centers. With a primary responsibility to provide and maintain a clean, healthy living environment for each animal, the Animal Care Specialist has extensive, close interactions with those animals, empowering them as a source of vital information on the health, behavior, and needs of each animal. By taking note of and responding to this information, as well as through communication with others, the Animal Care Specialist ensures that ACC’s animals are provided with an environment and experience that supports both their physical and mental/emotional health. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Assists in the provisions of basic care for animals in the shelter by providing support to the LVT’s and veterinarians. Performs initial screening examinations, documents medical findings, and administers a variety of medical treatments. Facilitates accurate and timely data entry, including photographic documentation as needed. Administers topical and oral medications, bathe and groom animals, and provide direct assistance to veterinary team as directed. Ensures basic maintenance tasks are performed in a timely fashion to ensure smooth functioning of the department. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Canine Behavior Specialist provides behavioral enrichment to the dogs in Animal Care Centers of New York City’s (ACC) care, including assisting with playgroups and behavioral assessments, providing exercise, behavioral and environmental enrichment, socialization, and basic training. Canine Behavior and Outreach Foster Trainer
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Behavior Outreach Foster Trainer is a member of the Canine Behavior Team who focuses primarily on creating training plans and running daily behavior modification sessions for ACC foster dogs. You will also be designing and providing low-stress handling training to staff, volunteers, fosters, and adopters to learn how to gently modify challenging behaviors. ACC uses only force-free, reward-based training methods. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Assist in the provision of medical and surgical care of animals in the shelter. Manages treatment plan of hospitalized patients, performs diagnostics (x-ray, in-house laboratory) and obtains sampling (blood, swabbing), administers medications via all routes, and leads the surgery team. Must be a self-starter with the ability to think critically in order to be a stakeholder in the patient’s treatment plans. Works well independently but as part of a team to ensure timely, quality medical care for all animals in the shelter. This position is based within the medical department at a specific ACC location but flexibility to work at other locations may occasionally be required. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The Client Care Representative is the face of Animal Care Centers and is responsible for providing professional, world-class service to all internal and external clients in a way that reflects the values and mission of Animal Care Centers. The Client Care Representative is responsible for greeting clients, connecting them to other departments when necessary, and providing information about all Animal Care Centers services including animal admission, adoption, health and behavior. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Assist clients in the admittance of animals through comprehensive interviews and completion of all necessary paperwork. Provide appropriate counseling based on circumstances while providing empathy and compassionate support to clients experiencing challenges related to their pets. Through counseling, determine if prevention or deferment of admission is possible with additional support. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Record and reconcile revenue from all sources of income utilizing the accounting database (NetSuite) Implement monthly review systems between the finance and development department Support the DOF and collaborate with the Controller to enhance account receivable policies and procedures across all the care centers. Licensed Veterinary Technician Overnight
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Animal Care Centers of NYC, the city’s only open admission animal shelter, is open 24 hours for emergency intakes. Our city agency partners may bring in animals that are injured, sick, abandoned or victims of cruelty and many need medical attention. They come in all shapes, sizes, and walk, slither, crawl and hop. Working with the on-call veterinarian, the overnight LVT ensures that these patients get the support they require for a successful outcome. This role necessitates advanced technical knowledge as you are the eyes and ears for the doctor who is managing the cases remotely. -
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
Animal Care Centers of NYC is on the prowl for a multi-tasking, big-picture-thinking, problem solving, puppy kissing, cat cuddling, Veterinarian with super-hero medical and surgical skills to embrace the multitude of challenging cases facing our NYC homeless pet population. Must be a social butterfly, as every shelter animal has a person (likely whole departments) attached to the end of their leash. It takes a village to raise a shelter animal and put them on the path to success. Surrender Prevention Coordinator
Location | New York, New York
Animal Care Centers of NYC
The key figure in ACC’s goal to keep pets at home with their families, the Surrender Prevention Coordinator is tasked with the complex job of interacting with clients in challenging, sometimes emergency situations and connect them to resources that prevent unnecessary relinquishment of their pets to the shelter. They interact with pet owners who may be considering surrender of their pets due to pet illness or injury, behavioral challenges, ability to provide general care, and more, often due to a simple lack of access to resources. The Surrender Prevention Coordinator provides comprehensive referrals for subsidized care for pets in addition to connection to social services and additional ACC programs, as needed.
