20 Animal Behavior jobs in the United States
Research Associate II (Animal Behavior Researcher)
Posted 16 days ago
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**Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?**
Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer's success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
**If this sounds like an environment where you can thrive, keep reading!**
Leidos Health Solutions currently has an opening for a **Research Associate II** specializing in **Animal Behavior** working with the Cellular and Immune Based Adjuncts (CIBA) Department at the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA) in San Antonio TX.
NAMRU-SA serves as one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy and conducts gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of Department of Defense (DoD) personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. Members of the CIBA Department conduct research on stem cell and immune based therapeutics intended to improve warfighter outcomes and survival. We study stem cells from various tissue sources and their secreted factors, such as exosomes and protein secretomes, to promote tissue repair and reduce injury. We also investigate immune modulation strategies to prevent or mitigate tissue and organ damage caused by trauma and hemorrhagic shock.
**Your greatest work is ahead!**
**The Mission**
Recognized as a Top 10 Health IT provider, the Leidos Health Group draws on decades of success to deliver a range of solutions and services designed to meet the healthcare challenges of today. From the research bench to the patient bedside, we are a company of scientists, engineers, and technologists delivering a broad range of impactful, customizable, and scalable solutions to hospitals and health systems, biomedical organizations, and every U.S. federal agency focused on health. Leidos works with customers across the continuum of care to improve clinical, operational, and financial outcomes with innovative solutions that advance the next generation of care. Our mission is to contribute to creating a healthier world. To explore and learn more, click here ( !
**Are you ready to join a team dedicated to a mission? Begin your journey of a flourishing and fulfilling career, share your resume with us today!**
**The Challenge:**
+ Act as lead for conducting research in small animal behavior to ensure successful execution of projects; provide guidance and training to junior staff
+ Responsible for supporting laboratory-based research applying the latest scientific knowledge towards the solution of a broad range of theoretical and practical problems
+ Assists with administrative tasks, including preparation and revision of Performance Work Statements (PWS), IACUC and IRB protocols, proposals, manuscripts, report and presentation editing and review
+ Routes administrative paperwork related to scientific products
+ Coordinates the implementation of research studies, including regulatory requirements, maintenance of study records and all activities associated with internal and external audits
+ Assists in ordering and maintaining inventory of supplies related to research under contract.
+ Aids in market research for equipment and equipment maintenance services requirements related to research under contract
+ Ensures IACUC/IRB requirements are followed
+ Modifies and plans research experiment schedules, procedures, and tests
+ Researches and collects data through complex laboratory/scientific experiments, techniques, and procedures, literature research, or through other means for research projects
+ Assists with the maintenance of a clean and operational lab space
+ Reports on status of research activities
+ Routes administrative paperwork related to scientific products
+ Maintains data and records securely, including the use of an assigned laboratory notebook
+ Oversee and instruct contract personnel on technical procedures, equipment operation, and laboratory maintenance
+ Writes and edits material for publication and presentations
**What Sets You Apart:**
+ Hands-on experience conducting animal behavioral assessments, including assays and models in a non-academic (e.g., industry or clinical research) setting
+ Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years' full-time research experience in related field, or master's degree plus two (2) years' full-time research experience in related field
+ Clinical and/or research animal handling experience, including behavioral assessments and surgical procedures
+ Bench-side assay development and laboratory techniques
+ Strong skills in data management and record keeping
+ Current or ability to obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS); American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Course; American Red Cross CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation); or equivalent. Web based classes do not meet these standards
+ The candidate will be required to acquire, at a minimum, a SECRET classification access level. Preference will be given to a candidate who already has this clearance level
+ **Due to Federal contract requirements, US citizenship is required**
**You May Also Have:**
+ Experience with Graphpad or SAS (preferred)
+ Experience in military medical research laboratory (preferred)
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**Are you ready to work on projects that can potentially change the world? Join us at Leidos, apply today!**
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."
**Original Posting:**
July 25, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
**Pay Range:**
Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
REQNUMBER: R-00163007
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
Animal Behavior Technician - IAABC / KPA/ CPDT-KA
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Do you love animals? Did you know you could have an exciting, rewarding career helping animals living in shelters? PASADENA HUMANE is a donor-supported, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting humane treatment, compassion and care for all animals and we’re looking for passionate professionals to join our team.
JOIN US!
OUR MISSION
To lead the way toward a compassionate and caring community for all animals.
OUR VISION
All companion animals to reside in loving homes and for our community to respectfully coexist with wildlife.
OUR VALUES
LEARNING: We commit to best practice and professional development through continuous education.
INTEGRITY: We value honest and transparent communication and decision making using evidence based practices.
COLLABORATION: We value teamwork in our organization and partnerships with our community to deliver exceptional service.
KINDNESS: We show compassion, care, respect and empathy to all animals and humans without prejudice or discrimination.
JOB TITLE : Health Technician, Behavior Technician
FLSA : Non-Exempt
FT/PT : Full Time
THE POSITION
PASADENA HUMANE is currently hiring Heath Technicians with experience and certifications in animal behavior (IAABC, KPA or CPDT-KA) in our Veterinary Health Department.
We are looking for professionals who learn quickly, have strong interpersonal skills and feel passionate about our mission.
We care for all the pet animals and wildlife entering our shelter. As a Health Technician that specializes in behavior you will partner with veterinarians to address the husbandry, medical and behavioral needs of each animal on its journey to a forever home. You will support the veterinarians in treating behavioral concerns, lowering fear, anxiety, and stress and maximizing opportunities for placement. In addition to partnering with veterinarians, Health Technicians work with multiple other teams, including animal control officers, customer care associates (in adoptions, the animal resource center, the SNiP clinic), and volunteer services, to ensure that animals become available for placement as expediently as possible.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for individuals who are comfortable and have at least 2 years experience working directly with animals in a medical and shelter environment.
You should be a master of organization, comfortable on a learning curve, able to elicit cooperation and offer tangible contributions. You should thrive in a work environment where the pace and tasks change daily and collaboration brings the best results. If you have a behavior certification from CCPDT, IAABC or the Karen Pryor Academy we can help continue to develop your career and apply your skills to a wide range of shelter animals through behavior modification, enrichment plans and shelter playgroup programs.
We are looking for someone who has confidence and experience in handling dogs safely and with defensive handling skills when needed. Our ideal candidate should be experienced in Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) training methods and enrichment plans for shelter animals. Being successful in this position will require a fluent knowledge of behaviors that may lead to aggression.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Fast-paced environment. Employees are exposed to numerous animals (living and deceased), including those with uncertain dispositions. They are required to act in a safe and responsible manner.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Pasadena Humane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to engage in discrimination against any individual, or harassment of any person seeking employment with our organization on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic information or status as a covered veteran including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, merit increase, salary, training and development, demotion, and separation. This policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Federal law requires proof of citizenship or "alien right-to-work" status. Pasadena Humane maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Behavioral Science Expert
Posted 22 days ago
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The **Behavioral Science Expert** assists in leading the analytical mission for the customer in the proactive detection of insider risk detection. The candidate will demonstrate evidence of professional versatility and broad interests within the field of psychology/behavioral science to support the ongoing case load.
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ Demonstrated experience in identifying and analyzing suspicious patterns of conduct and insider threat indicators
+ Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant area such as Behavioral Science, Psychology, Psychiatry
+ Demonstrated experience in identifying and analyzing suspicious patterns of conduct and insider threat indicators.
+ Relevant experience in Behavioral Science and with the Critical Pathway to Insider Risk.
+ Strong analytic ability in areas of cognitive science, neuroscience, applied social sciences
+ Demonstrated experience successfully managing disparately located personnel, tasks, and projects
+ Proven ability to build and maintain constructive relationships among customers, stakeholders, technical teams, and contractors across the customer base
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Evidence of a strong academic record and a solid foundation in research design, methodology, execution, and statistical analysis is crucial knowledge of government contracting practices
+ Demonstrated expertise in conducting systematic research and analysis to provide insights into human behavior. This includes qualitative and quantitative techniques.
+ Proficiency in data analysis, potentially including advanced statistical methods and the ability to apply theoretical models.
+ Deep insight into human behavior, particularly in areas relevant to intelligence operations, national security, and organizational effectiveness.
+ Ability to analyze complex situations, identify gaps, evaluate data from multiple sources, and devise innovative solutions.
+ Familiarity with technical fields and disciplines, especially those related to intelligence systems, program management, and innovative technologies (e.g., AI and its ethical implications).
**Security clearance requirements:**
+ Must have an active/current TS/SCI with polygraph.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
+ Frequently communicates w/co-workers, management & customers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at and provide your name and contact information.
Coordinator II, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science
Posted 22 days ago
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**Galveston, Texas, United States**
Clerical & Administrative Support
UTMB Health
Requisition # 2502772
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
Associate's degree or equivalent; 3 years related experience.
**JOB DESCRIPTION:**
To manage activities for a project or program.
**JOB DUTIES:**
+ Process incoming TCHATT referrals, including consents, guardianship documents, and scheduling.
+ Manage EPIC schedules to ensure accurate appointment scheduling for TCHATT patients.
+ Verify all patient demographics and enter the information into the Trayt data management system.
+ Maintain TCHATT referral logs and appointment data.
+ Answer TCHATT calls while multitasking to schedule appointments and assist callers with their needs.
+ Serve as an information resource for patients, clinicians, team members, and school personnel by providing accurate information.
+ Help troubleshoot any issues related to patient appointments.
+ Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining calm and finding solutions in stressful situations.
+ Assist in training and mentoring new employees.
+ Responsible for maintaining a high level of knowledge in patient registration activities.
+ Proficiency in EPIC.
+ Provide exceptional customer service.
+ Demonstrate proficiency in computer applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.
+ Show the ability to work independently.
+ Complete other program duties as assigned.
**SALARY RANGE:**
Commensurate with experience.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Social Worker, LCSW, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science
Posted 5 days ago
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**Galveston, Texas, United States**
Patient Care
UTMB Health
Requisition # 2502324
**EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE**
Master's degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
At least two (2) years of experience in a medical or behavioral health setting
**LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS**
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW or LCSW-S) in the State of Texas **required**
**Job Description:**
**Social Work Clinician** - Practice is characterized by independent decision-making and a consistent approach to holistic patient care. The LCSW functions within the interdisciplinary team and initiates action to address patient care concerns. Serves as a clinical leader and has broad experience and advanced knowledge and skills.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, as applicable to assigned patient population(s)**
+ Establishes and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with patients and interdisciplinary team members in assigned setting(s).
+ Utilizes clinical knowledge and evidence-based practice techniques to effectively assess and intervene with assigned population(s).Independently implements evidence-based treatment modalities.
+ Demonstratesskill in the clinical practice of social work, facilitating direct and indirect services to clients in health settings and working within a multidisciplinary team in evaluation and treatment planning for individuals, families and groups.Completes clinically appropriate and timely documentation.
+ Liaisons with patient, patient families, on-site departments and community agencies to coordinate current treatment and/or facilitate aftercare services
+ Provides mentorship in current practice trends to all levels of social work practice, including student interns.Identifies, develops, and implements opportunities for professional growth of peers.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to the improvement of social work practice and engagement with assigned population(s) and interdisciplinary team members.
+ Initiates and completes evidence-based practice and performance improvement projects, offering solutions and participating in activities.
+ Demonstrates a commitmentto the social work value of social justice by advocating for patient and family empowerment and independence to make autonomous health care decisions and access needed services within the health care system.
+ LCSW-S may be required to serve as clinical supervisor for UTMB LMSWs working towards obtaining clinical licensure with the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners (TSBSWE).
**Salary Range:**
Commensurate with experience.
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:**
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Team Leader, Behavior Animal Welfare Organization
Posted 1 day ago
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Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot?For over 1115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.
Purpose of Position: Administer and assist in the development of behavioral modification programs. Lead the behavior team, providing support and guidance in the moment on all aspects of their work including behavior modification and behavior consults. Assist the Behavior Manager in staff scheduling, training, and program development.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day behavior department tasks and provide direction to behavior technicians when the Manager is off or unavailable.
- Develop and deliver training for staff and volunteers.
- Create educational materials for internal and external use.
- Conduct animal behavior assessment and perform hands-on delivery of animal behavior programs. This includes programs for shelter and owned animals.
- Record assessment and program related information and perform data entry to update animal records.
- Answer patron inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior and provide information resources to address concerns.
- Provide individualized hands-on behavioral training for shelter patrons.
- Participate and potentially lead in the creation of behavior programs, including documentation and program evaluation.
- Assist with the development of SOPs to ensure that they are current, communicated to, and followed by staff and volunteers.
- Monitor, evaluate, and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
- Consult with other departments staff members to assist with care of shelter animals.
- Schedule and direct department volunteers.
- Schedule staff and monitor productivity to best align people resources.
- Assist in recruiting, hiring, developing, coaching, and counseling staff members.
- Participate in interdepartmental meetings and discussions to support and develop initiatives.
- Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
- Lead the assessment of the behavior of sheltered dogs and cats, including behavior fast track to adoptions and euthanasia decisions for dangerous pets.
- Coordinate daily behavior modification treatments for animals in shelter.
- Coordinate response to the behavior help line, ensuring access to behavior guidance for pet owners in the community.
People Care
People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately expressconcerns.
Competencies
Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources.
Organizational Key Competencies
- Integrity and Ethics
- Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
- Customer and Community Focus
- Emotional Intelligence
- Excellence
Position Key Competencies
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict management
- Innovation
- People development
- Project management
- Strategic thinking
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
- Provides on the floor direction to Behavior team members
- Volunteers
Travel
- This position may require travel to different work sites
SHIFT DETAILS: 4, 10-hour shifts
Full Time Benefits Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.
- Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Sabbatical
- 401(k)
- And more!
Compensation: $22.50 $23.65 per hour(starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements
Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.
We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and anticipate closing the application period on August 7, 2025.
Requirements
Position Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- General knowledge of animal behavior
Required
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Work Experience: Experience working with animals in a professional setting
Desired
- Bachelors degree in animal science or related field
- Experience working in an animal shelter or zoological facility
- History of creating animal behavior protocols
- Supervisory experience
- Bilingual fluency speaking both English and Spanish
- If driving a company vehicle, valid drivers license and insurable driving record
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Team Leader, Behavior - Animal Welfare Organization
Posted 1 day ago
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Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot? For over 1115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.
Purpose of Position: Administer and assist in the development of behavioral modification programs. Lead the behavior team, providing support and guidance in the moment on all aspects of their work including behavior modification and behavior consults. Assist the Behavior Manager in staff scheduling, training, and program development.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day behavior department tasks and provide direction to behavior technicians when the Manager is off or unavailable.
- Develop and deliver training for staff and volunteers.
- Create educational materials for internal and external use.
- Conduct animal behavior assessment and perform hands-on delivery of animal behavior programs. This includes programs for shelter and owned animals.
- Record assessment and program related information and perform data entry to update animal records.
- Answer patron inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior and provide information resources to address concerns.
- Provide individualized hands-on behavioral training for shelter patrons.
- Participate and potentially lead in the creation of behavior programs, including documentation and program evaluation.
- Assist with the development of SOPs to ensure that they are current, communicated to, and followed by staff and volunteers.
- Monitor, evaluate, and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
- Consult with other departments staff members to assist with care of shelter animals.
- Schedule and direct department volunteers.
- Schedule staff and monitor productivity to best align people resources.
- Assist in recruiting, hiring, developing, coaching, and counseling staff members.
- Participate in interdepartmental meetings and discussions to support and develop initiatives.
- Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
- Lead the assessment of the behavior of sheltered dogs and cats, including behavior fast track to adoptions and euthanasia decisions for dangerous pets.
- Coordinate daily behavior modification treatments for animals in shelter.
- Coordinate response to the behavior help line, ensuring access to behavior guidance for pet owners in the community.
People Care
People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express
concerns.
Competencies
Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources.
Organizational Key Competencies
- Integrity and Ethics
- Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
- Customer and Community Focus
- Emotional Intelligence
- Excellence
Position Key Competencies
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict management
- Innovation
- People development
- Project management
- Strategic thinking
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
- Provides on the floor direction to Behavior team members
- Volunteers
Travel
- This position may require travel to different work sites
SHIFT DETAILS: 4, 10-hour shifts
Full Time Benefits Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.
- Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Sabbatical
- 401(k)
- And more!
Compensation: $22.50 - $23.65 per hour (starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements
Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.
We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and anticipate closing the application period on July 31, 2025.
Requirements
Position Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- General knowledge of animal behavior
Required
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Work Experience: Experience working with animals in a professional setting
Desired
- Bachelors degree in animal science or related field
- Experience working in an animal shelter or zoological facility
- History of creating animal behavior protocols
- Supervisory experience
- Bilingual fluency speaking both English and Spanish
- If driving a company vehicle, valid drivers license and insurable driving record
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Team Leader, Behavior - Animal Welfare Organization
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Description
Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot? For over 1115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.
Purpose of Position: Administer and assist in the development of behavioral modification programs. Lead the behavior team, providing support and guidance in the moment on all aspects of their work including behavior modification and behavior consults. Assist the Behavior Manager in staff scheduling, training, and program development.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day behavior department tasks and provide direction to behavior technicians when the Manager is off or unavailable.
- Develop and deliver training for staff and volunteers.
- Create educational materials for internal and external use.
- Conduct animal behavior assessment and perform hands-on delivery of animal behavior programs. This includes programs for shelter and owned animals.
- Record assessment and program related information and perform data entry to update animal records.
- Answer patron inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior and provide information resources to address concerns.
- Provide individualized hands-on behavioral training for shelter patrons.
- Participate and potentially lead in the creation of behavior programs, including documentation and program evaluation.
- Assist with the development of SOPs to ensure that they are current, communicated to, and followed by staff and volunteers.
- Monitor, evaluate, and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
- Consult with other departments' staff members to assist with care of shelter animals.
- Schedule and direct department volunteers.
- Schedule staff and monitor productivity to best align people resources.
- Assist in recruiting, hiring, developing, coaching, and counseling staff members.
- Participate in interdepartmental meetings and discussions to support and develop initiatives.
- Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
- Lead the assessment of the behavior of sheltered dogs and cats, including behavior fast track to adoptions and euthanasia decisions for dangerous pets.
- Coordinate daily behavior modification treatments for animals in shelter.
- Coordinate response to the behavior help line, ensuring access to behavior guidance for pet owners in the community.
People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express
concerns.
Competencies
Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources.
Organizational Key Competencies
- Integrity and Ethics
- Adapting to Change and Ambiguity
- Customer and Community Focus
- Emotional Intelligence
- Excellence
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict management
- Innovation
- People development
- Project management
- Strategic thinking
- Provides on the floor direction to Behavior team members
- Volunteers
- This position may require travel to different work sites
Full Time Benefits - Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.
- Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Sabbatical
- 401(k)
- And more!
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements
Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.
We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and anticipate closing the application period on July 31, 2025.
Requirements
Position Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- General knowledge of animal behavior
- Education : High school diploma or equivalent
- Work Experience : Experience working with animals in a professional setting
- Bachelor's degree in animal science or related field
- Experience working in an animal shelter or zoological facility
- History of creating animal behavior protocols
- Supervisory experience
- Bilingual fluency speaking both English and Spanish
- If driving a company vehicle, valid driver's license and insurable driving record
Salary Description
22.50- 23.65
Adjunct Instructor-Social/ Behavioral Science (Prison Education)
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THE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY:
The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The University of Saint Mary is seeking Social and Behavioral Sciences Adjunct Instructors to teach in the Prison Education Program. Content areas include: Sociology and Psychology to meet the General Education requirements offered within the Prison Education Programs. All courses are taught in-person. Faculty must be credentialed in the area of instruction and must be able to pass a background check.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Teach classes in-person as assigned at one of the Prison facilities.
- Prepare syllabi and deliver curriculum appropriate for the course assigned
- Maintain effective and timely student assessment and feedback
- Manage and foster an inclusive educational environment to serve all learners
- Maintain student attendance records in accordance with university policy
- Submit mid-term and final grades on time
- Demonstrate professionalism with students, faculty, staff, and administration
- Timely attendance at all required training and meetings
- Complete all required training, including training on LMS
- Maintain expertise in current teaching and discipline technologies.
- Perform other duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s level degree in the content field or master’s degree + 18 graduate credits in content area
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Minimum of three years teaching at the college level required.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to prison rehabilitation.
- Philosophically aligned with the mission and values of USM
- Experience working in a prison preferred.
- Ability to pass Department of Corrections/KBI background check required.
TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.
Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Questions: email human resources at
Adjunct Instructor-Social/ Behavioral Science (Prison Education)
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Job Description
THE HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SAINT MARY:
The University of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic, liberal arts university located in Leavenworth, Kansas, just 25 minutes away from Kansas City. For over 100 years, the University of Saint Mary has helped students find their way to meaningful lives and careers through an education that blends the liberal arts and a focus on critical thinking with the development of key professional skills. USM serves about 1,400 students at its main campus in Leavenworth, its satellite location in Overland Park, as well as online.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The University of Saint Mary is seeking Social and Behavioral Sciences Adjunct Instructors to teach in the Prison Education Program. Content areas include: Sociology and Psychology to meet the General Education requirements offered within the Prison Education Programs. All courses are taught in-person. Faculty must be credentialed in the area of instruction and must be able to pass a background check.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Teach classes in-person as assigned at one of the Prison facilities.
- Prepare syllabi and deliver curriculum appropriate for the course assigned
- Maintain effective and timely student assessment and feedback
- Manage and foster an inclusive educational environment to serve all learners
- Maintain student attendance records in accordance with university policy
- Submit mid-term and final grades on time
- Demonstrate professionalism with students, faculty, staff, and administration
- Timely attendance at all required training and meetings
- Complete all required training, including training on LMS
- Maintain expertise in current teaching and discipline technologies.
- Perform other duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s level degree in the content field or master’s degree + 18 graduate credits in content area
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Minimum of three years teaching at the college level required.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to prison rehabilitation.
- Philosophically aligned with the mission and values of USM
- Experience working in a prison preferred.
- Ability to pass Department of Corrections/KBI background check required.
TO APPLY:
Submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for at least three current professional references.
Saint Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Questions: email human resources at