Are you passionate about animal behavior and welfare? Do you have a knack for training, evaluation, and providing top-notch care to animals in need? If so, we’re looking for a dedicated Animal Behavior Coordinator to join our team in Evans, CO! Help us enrich the lives of shelter animals (cats, dogs, chickens, turtles, guinea pigs, and more!) while working with a compassionate team in a dynamic environment.

NOCO Humane is an independent nonprofit working to further the compassionate, safe, and responsible relationship between animals and people. A trusted, responsive community leader, providing programs and services essential to the high quality of life for animals and people in northern Colorado.

Full-time (40 hours), non-exempt, hourly. Hiring range begins at $18.00 per hour and is commensurate with applicable experience and education. Closes February 2nd, 2025, or when filled.

What You’ll Do

• Animal Evaluations: Assess animals for outcomes like adoption, foster placement, medical care, or euthanasia.
• Behavior Support: Create guides for fosters and adopters, and offer behavior counseling to clients.
• Enrichment: Ensure animals’ emotional and enrichment needs are met, including socialization and co-housing.
• Training: Train staff, volunteers, and students in animal handling, behavior, and enrichment techniques.
• Collaboration: Work closely with veterinary, shelter, and foster/transfer teams to support animal care.
• Administrative Duties: Manage behavior reports, SOP updates, and department communications.

What We’re Looking For

• Education & Experience: Associate degree (or equivalent experience) in animal sciences or related fields. At least 1 year in animal welfare or 6 months of internal experience in animal handling.
• Skills: Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Experience with animal behavior evaluation and positive reinforcement training methods preferred.
• Abilities: Calm under pressure, strong multitasking skills, and willingness to become euthanasia certified.
• Other Requirements: Must be 21+, with a valid Colorado Driver’s License. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus (includes wage premium).

Employee Benefits:

Health & Wellness:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Accident Insurance – Available for full-time employees. Medical insurance premiums are supplemented by NOCO Humane.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) – Free and confidential support for mental health and well-being. Available for employees and members of their household.
• Life/AD&D Insurance – Provided for employees enrolled in medical insurance through NOCO Humane.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) – Provided for full-time employees after one year of service.

Financial & Retirement:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Matching – Employer contributions to help you save for retirement. (3% match)
• PSLF Qualified Employer – Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Service Recognition Program – Includes cash bonuses and additional PTO for long-term employees.

Time Off & Paid Leave:

• PTO Accrual – Paid time off for vacation, sick days, and personal use.
• Paid Holidays – Paid time off during select holidays (for full-time employees).

Pet Care & Discounts:

• Free Pet Adoption After One Year of Service – Adopt a shelter pet at no cost (not including applicable licensing fees).
• Free Heartworm, Flea/Tick Treatment, and Vaccines – For your personal dogs and cats.
• Retail Store Discounts – Savings on pet products and more at our shelter store and local pet stores.
• Discounted Pet Food Through Hill’s Pro-Staff Feeding Program – Access discounted food and treats for your personal dogs and cats.
• Discounts on Pet Insurance

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and bring your skills and passion to our team. Together, we can create brighter futures for animals and their communities!

NOCO Humane is an equal opportunity employer. NOCO Humane conducts criminal and DMV background checks and requires drug testing of all employment candidates.

Visit www.nocohumane.org/get-involved/careers for the Full Job Description.