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Available Positions
NOCO Humane invests in our employees as our team plays an integral part in the lifesaving work for animals in northern Colorado! With a starting pay of $16.00 per hour, along with a competitive benefits package, look below to find a career that interests you! To complete our online application process and for full consideration, please submit your resume, cover letter, availability and salary requirements. If you are interested in multiple positions, please submit a separate application for each. Apply Now!
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NOCO Humane operates two animal shelters in northern Colorado. To learn more, visit our Contact page.
Larimer Campus
Shelter Veterinarian (Loveland, CO Location)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Exempt Salary
We’re looking for veterinarian candidates with a special desire to help shelter animals. Reporting to our Supervising Veterinarian, our Shelter Veterinarians provide examinations, veterinary care, monitoring and surgery services for shelter animals. The position additionally serves as backup for the Shelter’s Supervising Veterinarian (managing staff, shelter medicine efforts, surgery program and disease control protocols) in their absence. This position also assists with overseeing the work of contract and relief veterinarians, veterinary technicians and assistants, foster and transfer coordinators and department volunteers as required and in the absence of the Supervising Veterinarian. The position schedule is generally Sunday through Thursday and includes on-call (phone) requirements. Other duties include performing spay/neuter surgeries, dental surgeries and other surgeries on shelter animals and a limited number of owned animals. Participates in scheduled medical rounds and completes and maintains accurate daily medical treatment records. Serves as liaison to other veterinarians/veterinary clinics. Works collaboratively with the Shelter Managers and others on census management and animal routing issues including euthanasia decisions. View the full job description for requirements and more information. Please include resume and salary requirements and availability in cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $90k to $105k commensurate with experience and education. Relocation assistance available. Closes January 31, 2024 or when filled.
Animal Shelter Supervisor (Loveland, CO Location)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Looking for your next growth opportunity in Animal Welfare leadership? Reporting to our Animal Shelter Managers, our Shelter Supervisors oversee our Client Services and Animal Care departments. The positions generally supervise two (2) to four (4) staff members directly and approximately twenty (20) to twenty five (25) staff members indirectly. These are working supervisor positions and include performing the duties of direct reports and staff as needed. Ensures training and development of applicable staff and volunteers. Assists with annual budgeting and compliance with all Federal, State and local animal care and sheltering requirements (PACFA, DEA, OSHA). Actively participates in Shelter and supervisory meetings and serves as a backup to the Shelter Managers. Responsible for the operation of the Shelter store including inventory and ordering. The schedule for these positions are five (5) days per week including one weekend day with evenings, weekends and holidays as needed and subject to change in accordance with business need. Working relationships include the Behavior and Foster teams, Veterinary Services and the Supervisor and Manager team. Requirements include a minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent applicable professional work experience. Previous animal welfare experience highly desired and preferred. Over one (1) full year of direct multi-staff supervision, or two (2) full years of multi-volunteer supervision, including hiring, scheduling, managing and evaluating performance. One (1) full year of working with the public in a customer/client focused position. Must have proven emotional intelligence, work ethic and integrity skills. Previous experience with Chameleon software, or other animal shelter software highly desired. Proven bilingual skills English/Spanish (speaking, understanding, reading and writing) is a plus and includes a pay premium. Please include start date availability, days and times of work availability, and pay rate requirements in cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour commensurate with applicable animal welfare experience and education. Closes when filled.
Animal Foster and Transfer Coordinator (Loveland, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Foster and Transfer Coordinator for our Loveland, CO shelter location. The position is open due to an internal staff transfer. The job reports to our Supervising Veterinarian and is responsible for implementing the Shelter’s animal foster care and animal transfer programs. Primary areas of responsibility include coordination and completion of foster care appointments, response to foster volunteer needs and working with a variety of animal transfer partners. Tasks include foster care volunteer home inspections, foster volunteer recruiting, training and supervision, and coordinating the movement of animals in and out of foster care and to and from transfer partners. There is a significant amount of animal handling involved. The ability to drive a transfer van for long distances, and stay overnight at out of town locations as needed, is also a job expectation. Requirements include an Associate Degree in biology, animal behavior, animal husbandry, a related field of study or equivalent applicable work experience. Veterinary assistant or technician experience is a plus as is Chameleon software experience. Previous experience involving customer service and companion animal care and handling are required. Neonatal animal care experience is helpful and animal welfare experience is preferred. Euthanasia and vaccination certification and/or experience is desirable. Emotional intelligence, work ethics and work integrity required. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, speaking and understanding is a plus and includes a wage premium. The regular work schedule for the job will be five days a week including one weekend day. Overtime, attendance at select events, and travel as needed is required. Must be 21 years of age due to insurance requirements and have and maintain an insurable driving record. Please include a cover letter with salary requirements, days and hours of work availability and start date availability.
Expected hiring range is $17.00 to $18.00. Closes when filled.
Animal Protection & Control Officer (Loveland, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Seeking a professional career that involves helping both animals and people? Our officer positions are regular full-time jobs responsible for enforcing associated State, County and City codes and ordinances governing animal control functions (e.g. field enforcement, licensing, animals at large, animal bite investigations, etc.) and include animal handling and constraint. Officers represent the Organization in a professional, courteous and ethical manner at all times. The job requires learning a wide range of policies, procedures and processes quickly and includes a significant amount of physical field work, handling animals of all temperaments and more. Requirements include a minimum of one (1) year work experience and proven clerical, typing/computing and math skills. Previous animal care, animal welfare and/or animal handling experience strongly desired. Experience reading and interpreting ordinances a plus. Ability to multi-task within a busy work environment required. Previous enforcement experience a plus. Proven emotional intelligence, work ethics and integrity skills required. Proven bilingual skills English/Spanish (speaking, understanding, reading and writing) is a plus and includes a pay premium. Ability to relate information to the public and staff in a concise, clear manner required as is the ability to work in direct contact with aggressive and injured animals. Knowledge of Chameleon or other shelter software helpful. Work schedules are generally 4×10 or 5×8, subject to business need, and include holiday and weekend shifts. Compensated on-call overnight shifts are required. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Living arrangements within 30 miles of the Larimer Campus (located in Loveland, CO) due to on-call duties. Please include start date availability, days and times of work availability, and pay rate requirements in cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $18.50 to $22.00 per hour commensurate with applicable experience and certifications. Closes when filled.
Animal Control Dispatcher (Loveland, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Interested in serving the community and helping animals in need and dedicated to providing excellent customer service and communications in a fast-paced environment? Check out our Animal Control Dispatcher position! Our dispatchers are officers responsible for answering and responding to citizens’ calls for animal control assistance in a professional and courteous manner and assigning requests to field officers. Performs all clerical duties associated with dispatch duties. Assists citizens with interpretation and understanding of animal ordinances, department procedures, and responsible animal ownership. Maintains accurate logs, reports and statistics of daily activity. Maintains accurate filing and storing of various paperwork and data. Emotional intelligence, ethics and integrity skills required. Must be 18 years of age or older with a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Other requirements include effective verbal and written communication skills and clerical, data entry, multi-tasking and basic math skills. Previous dispatch experience strongly preferred. Customer service experience including relaying information to customers using a telephone or radio. Previous animal care, animal welfare, and/or animal handling experience strongly desired. Experience reading and interpreting ordinances a plus. Eligibility for commission as an Officer. Bilingual English/Spanish (speaking, reading, writing and understanding) skills and work experience is a plus and includes additional compensation. Must have solid computer and typing skills (minimum of 40 wpm). Knowledge of Chameleon software helpful. Work schedules are regularly 5×8-hour or 4×10-hour shifts (subject to change in accordance with business needs), including weekend and holiday shifts. Review the full job description for qualifications and requirements. Please include days and hours of work availability and salary requirements in a cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $17.00 to $18.00 commensurate with applicable experience. Closes when filled.
Supervising Shelter Veterinarian (Loveland, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Exempt Salary
If you’re a DVM with a passion for shelter medicine who embraces the Socially Conscious Sheltering philosophy, we’d love to speak with you! Reporting to the Chief Veterinarian, our Supervising Veterinarians are responsible for oversight of the daily operations of the Organization’s Veterinary Services and Foster & Transfer departments. Responsibilities include managing the health of the Shelter population, the surgical program and our disease control protocols. The position serves as a key member of the Shelter management team and leads Shelter and contract Veterinarians, department technicians and assistants, Foster and Transfer Coordinators and others. Interacts closely and collaborates with the Shelter Manager and the Behavior team. Must be currently licensed to practice in the State of Colorado (or obtain license soon after hiring) and maintain certification. Minimum one-year experience as an animal shelter veterinarian with substantial responsibilities for population level issues required. High quality/high volume surgical sterilization experience required. Must be qualified and eligible to obtain and retain DEA license and provide proof of, and maintain, Professional Liability Insurance. Minimum of more than one-year proven staff supervisory experience required. Experience performing dental surgeries preferred. Veterinary experience with exotics and barnyard animals a plus. Knowledge of population and individual animal health management, disease prevention and control, and epidemiology, strongly desired. Proven decision making and diagnostic skills and an interest in pursuing treatment options with limited resources. Strong customer service, communication, emotional intelligence, work ethic and integrity skills required. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding and speaking is a plus and includes a wage premium. Initial schedules are generally Monday through Friday and include on-call (phone) requirements. View the full job description for more information. We are a Federal Student Loan Forgiveness approved employer. Please include salary requirements and availability in a cover letter
Expected hiring range is $110k to $120k commensurate with experience and education. Relocation assistance available. Closes when filled.
Veterinary Technician (Loveland, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly, OR
Part-Time (20-25 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Are you a Veterinary Technician looking to make a difference in the community? Our Veterinary Technicians (Credentialed/Registered/Provisional) provide clinical and administrative support for our Shelter Veterinary Services Department. Shifts generally cover 7am to 7pm and are subject to change according to business need. Some overtime, holiday, evening and weekend work required. Duties include assisting with the surgical program including induction and intubation of surgery patients; monitory of patients from induction through recovery; performing dental prophy and radiographs; preparing and interpreting basic diagnostic tests; performing euthanasia as assigned; assisting with supervision and basic training of students and department volunteers and more. Additional requirements include animal care and handling experience; 21 years of age or older for insurance purposes; proficiency with intubation, IV catheter placement and IV injection techniques; strong verbal and written communication skills; proven emotional intelligence, integrity and work ethic skills and more. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding and speaking is a plus and includes a wage premium. We are a Federal Student Loan Forgiveness approved employer. A cover letter indicating days and times of work availability, as well as start date availability and pay requirements is appreciated.
NOTE: Certification/Registration with the State of Colorado is required. If you are a non-credentialed candidate in the process of becoming credentialed, you may apply and continue working towards registration. If not a graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician school, we require 2 full years of relevant veterinary technician experience and a commitment to becoming registered with the State of Colorado by the end of 2023. Please read the full job description for more information about available certification process reimbursement funds.
Expected hiring range is $19.00 to $22.00 per hour commensurate with experience and certification. Closes when filled.
Animal Care Supervisor (Loveland, CO)
Regular Full-time, (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Animal Care Supervisors at NOCO Humane are responsible for the daily care of animals in the Shelter (including cats, dogs, small mammals, exotic pets and barnyard animals). This is full-time working supervisor position reporting to our Shelter Supervisors. Incumbents train and supervise approximately eight to ten Animal Care Technicians and Animal Care Assistants in animal care and feeding, animal facility cleaning, disease control and safety protocols and more. There is a significant amount of animal interaction and handling required. Must have supervisory skills and solid emotional intelligence, work ethics and integrity skills. Participates in Shelter Team, Shelter Supervisor and Supervisor/Manager meetings and is actively engaged in setting schedules, reviewing workflow and suggesting and implementing improvements. Supervises assigned volunteers including community service volunteers. The position includes pet end of life tasks. Education and experience requirements include a minimum of an Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience, one year of proven staff supervisory experience or NOCO Humane lead experience. Regular work schedules are five days a week, including one weekend day, and shift hours are generally between 7:30AM and 7:30PM weekdays and 7:30AM and 5:30PM weekends. Overtime and holiday work will be required as needed. Must be able to work a flexible and changing schedule and model expected behavior. Please review full job description and include start date availability, days and times of work availability, and pay requirements in a cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $18.75 to $19.00 per hour. Closes when filled.
Weld Campus
Shelter Veterinarian (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Exempt Salary
We’re looking for veterinarian candidates with a special desire to help shelter animals. Reporting to our Supervising Veterinarian, our Shelter Veterinarians provide examinations, veterinary care, monitoring and surgery services for shelter animals. The position additionally serves as backup for the Shelter’s Supervising Veterinarian (managing staff, shelter medicine efforts, surgery program and disease control protocols) in their absence. This position also assists with overseeing the work of contract and relief veterinarians, veterinary technicians and assistants, foster and transfer coordinators and department volunteers as required and in the absence of the Supervising Veterinarian. The position schedule is generally Sunday through Thursday and includes on-call (phone) requirements. Other duties include performing spay/neuter surgeries, dental surgeries and other surgeries on shelter animals and a limited number of owned animals. Participates in scheduled medical rounds and completes and maintains accurate daily medical treatment records. Serves as liaison to other veterinarians/veterinary clinics. Works collaboratively with the Shelter Managers and others on census management and animal routing issues including euthanasia decisions. View the full job description for requirements and more information. Please include resume and salary requirements and availability in cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $90k to $105k commensurate with experience and education. Relocation assistance available. Closes January 31, 2024 or when filled.
Animal Foster and Transfer Coordinator (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Foster and Transfer Coordinator for our Evans, CO shelter location. The job reports to our Supervising Veterinarian and is responsible for implementing the Shelter’s animal foster care and animal transfer programs. Primary areas of responsibility include coordination and completion of foster care appointments, response to foster volunteer needs and working with a variety of animal transfer partners. Tasks include foster care volunteer home inspections, foster volunteer recruiting, training and supervision, and coordinating the movement of animals in and out of foster care and to and from transfer partners. There is a significant amount of animal handling involved. The ability to drive a transfer van for long distances, and stay overnight at out of town locations as needed, is also a job expectation. Requirements include an Associate Degree in biology, animal behavior, animal husbandry, a related field of study OR equivalent applicable work experience. Veterinary assistant or technician experience is a plus as is Chameleon software experience. Previous experience involving customer service and companion animal care and handling are required. Neonatal animal care experience is helpful and animal welfare experience is preferred. Euthanasia and vaccination certification and/or experience is desirable. Emotional intelligence, work ethics and work integrity required. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, speaking and understanding is a plus and includes a wage premium. The regular work schedule for the job will be five days a week including one weekend day. Overtime, attendance at select events, and travel as needed is required. Must be 21 years of age due to insurance requirements and have and maintain an insurable driving record. Please include a cover letter with salary requirements, days and hours of work availability and start date availability.
Expected hiring range is $17.00 to $18.00. Closes January 15, 2024 or when filled.
Animal Care Technician Lead – Internal Only (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Internal applicants only. Our Animal Care Technician (ACT) Leads are responsible for performing the duties of an ACT and assisting supervisors in providing support and training for team members and volunteers. The Lead position has a working knowledge of a wide range of policies, protocols and procedures related to the job and serves as a role model for safe working practices, attendance and punctuality and the Standards of Professional Conduct. Work includes formally supporting Animal Care Supervisors through assistance with volunteer and staff training, information and more. As with all ACT positions, Lead position duties involve a significant amount of physical labor and animal interaction. Animal Care Leads are generally full-time in support of animal care hours and schedules include at least one weekend shift. This is an internal promotion opportunity and applicants must be meeting performance, behavior and safety expectations. Requirements include a minimum of 3 months NOCO Humane Animal Care Technician experience. Proven emotional intelligence, ethics and integrity skills are required. Must be animal handling, vaccination and euthanasia certified through NOCO Humane. View the full job description for requirements and more information. Please include days and hours of availability information in addition to resume.
Expected hiring rate is $17.50 per hour. Closes December 7, 2023 or when filled.
Client Services Representative Lead – Internal Only (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Internal applicants only. Our Client Services Representative (CSR) Leads provide leadership in the Shelter’s adoptions and intake areas. Leads represent NOCO Humane in a professional and courteous manner, provide quality client services and serve as role models for other employees in the areas including job knowledge, protocols and procedures, safe work practices, attendance and punctuality and the Standards of Professional Conduct. Work includes formally supporting Client Services Supervisors, staff and volunteers, assisting with training and information, and assisting with opening and closing duties and oversite. The position also assists CSR’s with client grievances in the absence of supervisors. Client Services Leads are full-time in support of Shelter hours and schedules include at least one weekend shift. This is an internal promotion opportunity and applicants must be meeting performance, behavior and safety expectations. Minimum of 3 months NOCO Humane CSR experience required, or minimum of 6 months lead/supervisor experience from past applicable work experience. Experience assisting other CSR’s with learning processes and procedures. Must be animal handling and vaccination certified. Proven emotional intelligence, ethics and integrity skills are required. View the full job description for requirements and more information. Please include days and hours of availability information in addition to resume.
Expected hiring rate is $17.50 per hour. Closes December 7, 2023 or when filled.
Animal Behavior Coordinator (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Reporting to our Animal Behavior Supervisor, our Animal Behavior Coordinators serve as Shelter resources for basic animal behavior and enrichment. Responsibilities include evaluating animals for outcomes including adoption, foster care, transfer, medical attention and more. Members of our Behavior team also develop and implement programs and practices to meet the enrichment needs of companion animals including dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles and more. There is a significant amount of animal interaction required in the job, as well as staff interaction, training and working with volunteers. Additional duties include communicating with clients through various channels and assisting with training and the creation of basic help guides. Requirements include a minimum of an Associate degree in biology, the animal sciences, animal husbandry, veterinary-technician studies, an associated field of study OR equivalent and applicable work experience in addition to a high school diploma. A minimum of over one year work experience in animal welfare OR six (6) months current experience with the Organization in an animal handling position is required. Customer service experience as well as emotional intelligence, work ethics and work integrity required. Please see the full job description for additional information. The regular work schedule is 40 hours per week and includes one weekend day and is subject to change according to business need. Overtime and attendance at events, trainings and more is required. Proven bilingual skills in English and Spanish (speaking, understanding, reading and writing) is a plus and includes a pay premium. A cover letter outlining hours and days of work availability, start date availability and pay requirements is appreciated.
Hiring rate is $17.00 to $18.00 per hour. Closes when filled.
Chief Veterinarian Animal Shelter (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Exempt Salary
We’re seeking a Chief Veterinarian who excels at shelter medicine, embraces open admission and Socially Conscious Sheltering philosophies, and is ready to use their experience and creativity to help our growing Organization reach new levels! This is a new senior leadership position reporting to the Director of Operations. Provides leadership and direction for the veterinary services departments, programs and associated staff including the veterinary clinics, shelter medicine and community-based programs, and foster and transfer programs. Oversees 15+ department employees and directly manages 5+ staff members including both Supervising and Shelter Veterinarians. Interacts closely and collaborates with the Associate Director of Operation and Animal Control. Serves as the Organization’s medical authority and manages the health of the animal population, the surgical program and disease control protocols. Overseas the coordination of all controlled substance processes ensuring appropriate compliance with all mandates. The position does include surgical responsibilities. Must be currently licensed in the State of Colorado to practice (or obtain State license soon after hiring) and maintain certification. Minimum three years of experience as an animal shelter veterinarian with substantial responsibilities for population level issues required. Two (2) years of staff supervision required. High quality/high volume surgical sterilization experience required as is dental surgery experience. Must be qualified and eligible to obtain and retain DEA license. Professional Liability Insurance required. Veterinary experience with exotics and barnyard animals a plus. Big picture view of animal welfare, herd health and shelter medicine. Strong presentation, communication, project management, emotional intelligence, work ethic and integrity skills required. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding and speaking a plus and includes a wage premium. Schedule is generally 5 days a week includes on-call (phone) duties as needed. Travel between shelter locations is required. We are Federal Student Loan Forgiveness approved employer. Read more in the full description and please include salary requirements and availability in a cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $140k t0 $150k commensurate with experience and education. Relocation assistance available. Closes when filled.
Animal Care Supervisor (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Animal Care Supervisors at NOCO Humane are responsible for the daily care of animals in the Shelter (including cats, dogs, small mammals, exotic pets and barnyard animals). This is full-time working supervisor position located at our Evans, CO location. Incumbents train and supervise approximately eight to ten Animal Care Technicians, Caretakers and Assistants in animal care and feeding, animal facility cleaning, disease control and safety protocols and more. There is a significant amount of animal interaction and handling required. Must have supervisory skills and solid emotional intelligence, work ethics and integrity skills. Participates in Shelter Team, Shelter Supervisor and Supervisor/Manager meetings and is actively engaged in setting schedules, reviewing workflow and suggesting and implementing improvements. Supervises assigned volunteers including community service volunteers. The position includes pet end of life tasks. Education and experience requirements include a minimum of an Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience, one year of proven staff supervisory experience or NOCO Humane lead experience showing initiative, leadership and professionalism. Minimum one year hands-on work experience in animal welfare, animal care, animal health or applicable industry required. Regular work schedules are five days a week, including one weekend day in support of operating hours. Overtime and holiday work will be required as needed. Must be able to work a flexible and changing schedule and model expected behavior. Review the full job description and include start date availability, days and times of work availability, and pay requirements in a cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $18.75 to $19.00 per hour. Closes when filled.
Supervising Shelter Veterinarian (Evans, CO)
Full-Time (40 hrs.), Exempt Salary
If you’re a DVM with a passion for shelter medicine who embraces the Socially Conscious Sheltering philosophy, we’d love to speak with you! Reporting to the Chief Veterinarian, our Supervising Veterinarians are responsible for oversight of the daily operations of the Organization’s Veterinary Services and Foster & Transfer departments. Responsibilities include managing the health of the Shelter population, the surgical program and our disease control protocols. The position serves as a key member of the Shelter management team and leads Shelter and contract Veterinarians, department technicians and assistants, Foster and Transfer Coordinators and others. Interacts closely and collaborates with Shelter Manager and the Behavior team. Must be currently licensed to practice in the State of Colorado (or obtain license soon after hiring) and maintain certification. Minimum one-year experience as an animal shelter veterinarian with substantial responsibilities for population level issues required. High quality/high volume surgical sterilization experience required. Must be qualified and eligible to obtain and retain DEA license and provide proof of, and maintain, Professional Liability Insurance. Minimum of more than one-year proven staff supervisory experience required. Experience performing dental surgeries preferred. Veterinary experience with exotics and barnyard animals a plus. Knowledge of population and individual animal health management, disease prevention and control, and epidemiology, strongly desired. Proven decision making and diagnostic skills and an interest in pursuing treatment options with limited resources. Strong customer service, communication, emotional intelligence, work ethic and integrity skills required. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding and speaking is a plus and includes a wage premium. Initial schedules are generally Monday through Friday and include on-call (phone) requirements. View the full job description for more information. We are a Federal Student Loan Forgiveness approved employer. Please include salary requirements and availability in a cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $110k to $120k commensurate with experience and education. Relocation assistance available. Closes when filled.
Veterinary Technician (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly, OR
Part-Time (20-25 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Are you a Veterinary Technician looking to make a difference in the community? Our Veterinary Technicians (Credentialed/Registered/Provisional) provide clinical and administrative support for our Shelter Veterinary Services Department. Shifts generally cover 7am to 7pm and are subject to change according to business need. Some overtime, holiday, evening and weekend work required. Duties include assisting with the surgical program including induction and intubation of surgery patients; monitory of patients from induction through recovery; performing dental prophy and radiographs; preparing and interpreting basic diagnostic tests; performing euthanasia as assigned; assisting with supervision and basic training of students and department volunteers and more. Additional requirements include animal care and handling experience; 21 years of age or older for insurance purposes; proficiency with intubation, IV catheter placement and IV injection techniques; strong verbal and written communication skills; proven emotional intelligence, integrity and work ethic skills and more. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding and speaking is a plus and includes a wage premium. We are a Federal Student Loan Forgiveness approved employer. A cover letter indicating days and times of work availability, as well as start date availability and pay requirements is appreciated.
NOTE: Certification/Registration with the State of Colorado is required. If you are a non-credentialed candidate in the process of becoming credentialed, you may apply and continue working towards registration. If not a graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician school, we require 2 full years of relevant veterinary technician experience and a commitment to becoming registered with the State of Colorado by the end of 2023. Please read the full job description for more information about available certification process reimbursement funds.
Expected hiring range is $19.00 to $22.00 per hour commensurate with experience and certification. Closes when filled.
Animal Shelter Supervisor (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Looking for your next growth opportunity in Animal Welfare leadership? Reporting to our Animal Shelter Manager, our Shelter Supervisor oversee our Client Services and Animal Care departments. The position generally supervises two (2) staff members directly and approximately twenty (20) staff members indirectly. This is a working supervisor position and includes performing the duties of direct reports and staff as needed. Ensures training and development of applicable staff and volunteers. Assists with annual budgeting and compliance with all Federal, State and local animal care and sheltering requirements (PACFA, DEA, OSHA). Actively participates in Shelter and supervisory meetings and serves as a backup to the Shelter Manager. Responsible for the operation of the Shelter store including inventory and ordering. The schedule for the position is five (5) days per week including one weekend day with evenings, weekends and holidays as needed and subject to change in accordance with business need. Working relationships include the Behavior and Foster teams, Veterinary Services and the Supervisor and Manager team. Requirements include a minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent applicable professional work experience. Previous animal welfare experience highly desired and preferred. Over one (1) full year of direct multi-staff supervision, or two (2) full years of multi-volunteer supervision, including hiring, scheduling, managing and evaluating performance. One (1) full year of working with the public in a customer/client focused position. Must have proven emotional intelligence, work ethic and integrity skills. Previous experience with Chameleon software, or other animal shelter software highly desired. Proven bilingual skills English/Spanish (speaking, understanding, reading and writing) is a plus and includes a pay premium. Please include start date availability, days and times of work availability, and pay rate requirements in cover letter.
Expected hiring range is $21.00 to $23.00 per hour commensurate with applicable animal welfare experience and education. Closes when filled.
Animal Care Technician (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Looking to start or build your animal welfare career? Consider joining NOCO Humane’s Animal Care Technician (ACT) team in Evans, CO! Our ACTs are responsible for the daily care and feeding of Shelter animals as well as habitat cleaning. Technician positions also include animal end-of-life duties. These positions involve a significant amount of animal interaction and physical labor with limited sedentary work. Animals in our care include dogs, cats, small mammals, exotic animals, barnyard animals and more. One year of work experience required plus previous experience working with animals. Must have solid emotional intelligence, work ethics and integrity skills. Work shifts vary and include at least one weekend day as the positions generally provide animal care coverage from 7:30AM to 7:30PM Monday through Friday and from 7:30AM to 5:30PM on weekends. Overtime and some holiday hours will be required. Multiple positions available. See full job description for more information regarding requirements and duties. A cover letter indicating available start date and days and times of work availability is appreciated.
Hourly rate is $16.50. Closes when filled.
Client Services Representative (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
NOCO Humane is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Client Services Representative (CSR) in Evans, CO. Our CSRs represent the organization in a professional and courteous manner and provide quality service at the shelter’s front desk. The job requires great customer service skills, both in person and over the phone, as well as a professional demeanor. Must be able to quickly learn and accurately use specialized software as well as learn and apply a wide range of policies and procedures. Work includes processing animal adoptions, animal returns to owners and animal surrenders (includes physical animal handling), data entry, and other duties. The job includes both sedentary work when processing client information and physical work when handling animals. Must have solid emotional intelligence, work ethics, and integrity skills. Requirements include one year of customer service experience. Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding and speaking a plus and includes a wage premium. Work schedules vary and generally include at least one weekend day shift. Must be willing to work various schedules and be able to work overtime as needed. See full job description for more information regarding requirements and duties. A cover letter indicating available start date and days/times of work availability is appreciated. Multiple positions available.
Hourly rate is $16.50. Closes when filled.
Animal Caretaker (Evans, CO)
Regular Full-Time (40 hrs), Non-Exempt, Hourly
Interested in working in a job that provides care to animals? Consider joining NOCO Humane as an Animal Caretaker in Evans, CO. Animal Caretakers are responsible for the daily care and feeding of Shelter animals as well as habitat cleaning. These positions involve a significant amount of animal interaction and physical labor with limited sedentary work. Animals in our care include dogs, cats, small mammals, exotic animals, barnyard animals and more. One year of work experience required plus previous experience working with animals. Must have solid emotional intelligence, work ethics and integrity skills. Work shifts vary and include at least one weekend day as the positions generally provide animal care coverage from 7:30AM to 7:30PM Monday through Friday and from 7:30AM to 5:30PM on weekends. Overtime and some holiday hours will be required. Multiple positions available. See full job description for more information regarding requirements and duties. A cover letter indicating available start date and days/times of work availability is appreciated.
Hourly rate is $16.25. Closes when filled.
Benefits and perks
Coverage for the planned and unexpected
Life events, from having a baby to having a skiing accident, can create setbacks. We help by providing short-term and long-term disability coverage for eligible employees after a year of service.
Retirement
Hard work today deserves rewards for tomorrow. We encourage employees to invest in their futures by offering a 403B retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
Paid Time-off
Everyone needs the opportunity to rest, relax and recharge. We support time away from work by providing team members with paid time off and paid holidays.
Professional Development
Career growth comes with learning curves. We help staff members reach their potential through coaching, training and professional development.
Pet Adoption
It’s no surprise that everyone here loves animals. We encourage team members to take the mission home by offering free pet adoptions.
NOCO Humane is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Transparency in coverage information from our medical insurance provider is available here.
