Employment Opportunities:

Executive Director

Heritage Humane Society seeks a dynamic leader with a proven commitment to animal welfare.

Using a broad knowledge of the shelter industry and nonprofit management, the executive director: establishes shelter procedures to ensure a safe environment, compliance with government regulations, and courteous customer service; develops the annual budget for board approval and manages the organization within the budget; hires, retains and removes staff as needed; sets goals for humane education, maximum adoption, spay/neuter, volunteers and fosters, and other programs; manages fundraising and development, marketing, public relations and works with HHS Auxiliary on special events; is the principal liaison with local government partners, area veterinarians, and regional humane organizations and rescue groups; and serves as the primary HHS spokesperson to the wider community.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organization skills; financial management experience; and an ability to interact professionally with staff, volunteers, donors, local government partners, the public, and the Board of Directors. A college degree and three or more years experience in an animal welfare organization is preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send cover letter and resume to hhsboardpres@gmail.com.  No phone calls.

 

Animal Care Technician (Part Time)

 

Seeking bright, energetic, individual who works hard, pays close attention to detail and loves animals. You must be good at keeping a tight schedule and must have stamina and patience to keep up with our fast paced environment.

Primary Job Responsibilities

- Work from 8am-12pm, 5 days a week

- Care for dogs and cats in the shelter by providing clean sanitized cages/kennels, food, water, administering medications, bathing, and more

- Maintain a clean and healthy environment of the kennels & cages

- Make daily observations of animals in assigned dog kennels/ cat rooms and report any abnormalities to supervisory staff.

- Must be able to work some holidays and weekends

- Must have proper respect for humane procedures required by department and federal guidelines.

- Must be able to work with a diverse group of people

-Have the ability to work independently at times

Education/ Experience
1-2 years of equivalent work experience required. Associate Degree in related field preferred, but not required. Animal care experience preferred

To Apply
Please stop by HHS to fill out an application and/or submit your cover letter and resume to director@heritagehumanesociety.org with the position name in the subject.