Lead the Way in Animal Behavior! Become a Behavior Supervisor in Loveland, CO

Are you passionate about animal welfare, behavior, and enrichment? Do you have leadership skills and a drive to make a difference for animals in need? Join us as a Behavior Supervisor and take charge of our Behavior Department, ensuring animals receive the behavioral care and support they deserve.

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. Expected hiring range is $23.00 to $25.00 per hour commensurate with desired professional certifications, education and applicable experience. Closes February 23rd, 2025, or when filled.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Impact Lives: Oversee behavior evaluations, training, and enrichment programs that help animals thrive.
• Lead a Team: Supervise and inspire behavior staff and volunteers, fostering growth and excellence.
• Collaborate for Success: Work with shelter, veterinary, and foster/transfer teams to ensure the best outcomes for animals.
• Grow Your Career: Take on a key leadership role with opportunities to innovate and influence shelter operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Behavior Coordinators and volunteers.
• Develop and implement behavior protocols, training programs, and enrichment activities.
• Conduct daily behavior assessments and recommend outcomes (e.g., adoption, foster, transfer, or behavioral plans).
• Train staff and volunteers in safe animal handling and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Lead shelter behavior rounds and oversee enrichment plans like playgroups and socialization activities.
• Serve as an internal and external resource on animal behavior and training.

What We’re Looking For

• Education/Experience: Associate’s Degree in animal behavior, veterinary fields, or equivalent experience. Minimum 1 year of hands-on animal training or behavior assessment. Minimum 1 year direct staff supervisory or 2 year volunteer supervisory experience (including hiring, scheduling, training, managing performance and evaluation).
• Certifications: Animal Behavior Association certification (CTC, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, or ACAAB) required.
• Skills: Proven expertise in positive reinforcement training, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills.
• Other: Must be 21+, with a valid Colorado Driver’s License. Bilingual in 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 Lead and Inspire? Take the next step in your animal behavior career. Apply now and help us make a lasting impact on the lives of shelter animals and the communities we serve!

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.