The Houston SPCA Employment Opportunities

Thank you very much for your interest in employment opportunities with the Houston SPCA.

The Houston SPCA does not offer part-time/temporary positions.

Due to the overwhelming number of applications received for our openings, please allow up to 2 weeks for review of your application before contacting the organization regarding the status. Please know that applicants must have steady employment history and ability to pass a background check in order to be considered for employment with the Houston SPCA.

***IMPORTANT*** If there is a match between your background and the position’s requirements you will be contacted directly. If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks from the date of your application that means there is not a suitable opening for you at this time. Unless otherwise noted, applications will be kept on file for 6 months. Again, we thank you for your interest in employment with the Houston SPCA and wish you the best of luck in your job search!

Warmest Regards,
The Houston SPCA Human Resources Department

SMILING FACES WANTED

Animal Behavior Supervisor
The Houston SPCA is currently seeking an Animal Behavior Supervisor to be responsible for the daily functions and success of the Animal Behavior Program. The main focus of this position is to make recommendations for appropriate placement or euthanasia based on assessment results, as well as to provide leadership for training and enrichment programs. This individual will be involved in policy development and decision making related to animal behavior; while providing information, consultation and/or training to staff, volunteers, adopters and the public. Qualified applicants will possess knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Animal welfare experience is preferred although not required.

Animal Care Department Openings 
Individuals must be dedicated and hardworking with an interest in animal welfare. This is a fulltime position that requires excellent customer service and the ability to work with all kinds of animals. Previous animal care experience preferred, but not required. Weekends are required with some overtime. $9.00/hour.  Click here to fill out an on-line application.

Animal Care Team Member - BARN 
The Houston SPCA seeks experienced candidates to join our BARN staff.  Candidates must have previous experience working with Horses and Farm Animals.  May also be asked to work with small animals.  Candidates will need to be able to able to lift 70 pounds (hay bales, grain bags) daily to supply care for up to 100 horses and farm animals. BARN staff will maintain facilities (stall/paddock mucking), feed and groom animals,   provide customer service to potential adopters by communicating in a professional manner and be able to multi-task daily.  Computer knowledge/experience is also required.  Click here to fill out an on-line application.

Animal Cruelty Investigator
The Houston SPCA is currently seeking candidates for the position of Animal Cruelty Investigator. This qualified individual will respond to calls involving suspected and known cases of animals being treated inhumanely within Harris County and the 7 surrounding counties. The basic schedule of an Animal Cruelty Investigator is during the day; however, a weekly on call rotation is established that may warrant a response during the evening or night. The Animal Cruelty Investigator also assists the Houston SPCA in running animal rescue calls when needed. Responding to such calls could include any or all of the following: Investigating cases of animal cruelty independently in areas of diverse socio and economic backgrounds. Must be able to maintain a productive investigative case load insuring that all reports are investigated in a timely manner and maintain accurate case records. The Animal Cruelty Investigator will take a leading role in a investigation in a effort to discover, document, collect, compile and prepare evidence for use in but civil and criminal court cases. The Animal Cruelty Investigator will work with governmental authorities in enforcing Texas laws related to animals by providing animal cruelty investigations, testimony within the judicial system and educating the public about animal cruelty and the laws that govern their treatment. The Animal Cruelty Investigator also assists injured animals in the field; removing injured animals from communities to promote a safe environment for the public; transporting injured animals to the Houston SPCA to house them in a safe and secure environment to promote animal health and welfare. For immediate consideration, please fill out an on-line application. No phone calls.

Client Care Manager
The Houston SPCA is seeking candidates for a management position in support of its mission to promote commitment to and respect for all animals and free them from suffering, abuse and exploitation. Successful candidates will have experience managing client relations in a fast paced, customer driven environment. Position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, lead, develop and motivate a diverse staff, build teams and resolve conflict. Strong computer skills, phone skills, organizational skills and time management are a must. Previous experience working in animal welfare is desired, but not required. Position is full time, requiring weekend work. Position reports to the Vice President of Animal Welfare. Salary is commensurate with experience. For immediate consideration, please click here to fill out an on-line application.

 

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