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Summary:

Who we are:

Have you ever thought about  devoting   your veterinarian skills to  the  recover y   and rehabilitat ion of dogs that are victims of cruelty and neglect? Come and join  the Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment (CARE) and  utilize   your skills to making the biggest difference in vulnerable animals’ lives.

What you’ll do:

The Director of Veterinary Services, CARE will perform all the duties of a licensed veterinarian, including providing compassionate, high-quality, practical veterinary care to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk animals and supervise LVTs .

What you’ll get:

Work/life balance:

• four-day work week with three days off to recharge

• four weeks of paid vacation time to relax

• paid sick time to heal

• ten paid holidays to observe

• plus - one week of paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like

• Access to no-cost CE opportunities   plus a CE allowance

• Terrific benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care, and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)

• Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional and a person.

• Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on.

*Schedule is Wed-Sat, 9-7pm

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Managing Medical Cases (60%):

• Ensure CARE provides high quality individualized care, considering the medical and behavioral needs of our patients while maintaining overall population medicine using shelter best practices to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk patients.
• Serve on a panel with medical, behavior, and operations leaders to review cases and make weekly pathway planning decisions, including humane euthanasia decisions, taking into consideration animals’ physical and behavioral well-being, using organizationally aligned tools developed to assess quality of life and readiness for adoption.
• Perform humane euthanasia for animals deemed unsuitable for placement, working closely with the behavior and medical teams to ensure a compassionate, low-stress procedure.
• Perform medical intakes on all new NYPD and CE cases admitted to CARE and in collaboration with partner departments for animals admitted to veterinary partner hospitals, AAH, ARC, and Adoption Center as needed.
• Provide medical support for large scale NYPD and CE cases.
• Perform exams, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments with full utilization of Fear Free medical handling.  Ensure all staff are practicing Fear Free handing.
• Develop skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment plans following ARC/CARE/AAH medical parameters and guidelines.  
• Provide medical care for outpatients of owned, fostered out and/or animals in transition to the Adoption Center and placement partners.
• Maintain thorough, high quality medical records, documenting all exam findings, test results, and treatments.
• Work with partner hospitals as needed, including referral for advanced care, and assessing medical stability of new cases at partner hospitals.
• Respond to after-hours medical concerns.
• Oversee and maintain the CARE animal census.

People Management/Managing Patient Flow (20%):

• Oversee the daily medical care and case flow of the animals housed in CARE.
• Lead the Daily CARE rounds meeting.
• Lead monthly CARE LVT meeting.
• Develop, disseminate, and keep current the CARE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation. Facility-specific SOPs are developed in conjunction with ARC, AAH, Adoption Center, BST to ensure best medical, sheltering, and behavioral practices.
• Model a standard of continued commitment to improve and expand upon all aspects of CARE including, medical, behavior, housing, safety, and animal flow.
• Set expectations and goals and provide consistent, high-quality feedback to direct reports, including regular 1:1s and quarterly feedback sessions to build strong relationships, provide clear direction, and encourage opportunities for development. Complete annual performance evaluations.
• Practice and espouse positive, people-centric management approaches that are in line with team and organizational core values.
• Recommend internal and external training opportunities as needed for direct reports in identified areas.
• Respond to concerns from direct reports and selected administrative staff, addressing them promptly and accordingly.
• Handle employee-relations issues with confidentiality and care, ensuring compliance with any applicable collective-bargaining agreements.
• Conduct corrective actions related to performance.
• Maintain proactive communication with the Senior Director as to any critical situations or issues.
• Support the Senior Director of Veterinary Services in handling any adverse client or patient events appropriately and professionally.
• Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of CARE animal care and handling of dogs and cats.
• Serve as a champion in times of change management and proactively partner with the ARC and CARE Leadership team in identifying ways to improve people policies and medical protocols.
• Collaborate with the AAH Office Manager and Direct of Veterinary Services to ensure CARE has appropriate DVM coverage 7 days per week.
• In collaboration with the AAH management team, ensure the CARE veterinary team is scheduled for all required training, meetings, and lectures.

Interdepartmental Communication/Administrative/Other (20%)

• Collaborate and support the work of partner departments, particularly the Humane Law Enforcement, Community Engagement, and the Adoption Center departments.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with criminal cases.
• Attend staff meetings, doctor meetings and other requested meetings.
• Provide medical information and represent CARE to the public and to media when requested.
• Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal clients.
• Create, model, and follow written and verbally communicated ASPCA and CARE Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assist with special projects, presentations and data collection as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:

• Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
• Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
• Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
• Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
• Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals

Qualification Requirements:

• Ability to successfully work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that combines individual patient and shelter medicine and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and courteously with all levels of staff.
• Maintain an open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols.
• Deploy with BST, Community Engagement, Community Medicine, National Field Response or Rehabilitation Services at one time per year (locally and nationally).
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially dangerous animals in stressful conditions.
• Able to occasionally work in physically challenging conditions and able to wear appropriate protective gear, including a protective mask; job responsibilities may entail exposure to chemical and biological hazards, such as feces and blood, exposure to sharp objects, working in noisy environments and working in areas with uneven, wet, and slippery surfaces.
• The Director may be requested and/or required to work additional hours, weekends, cover shifts and/or stay late. 
• May be required to work or provide medical and/or staffing support for disasters/storm coverage.

Compensation and benefits:

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future. 

The target hiring range for this role is $169,500-$179,500. In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers a signing bonus.

For more information on our benefits offerings, click  here .

Stay Connected – Join Our Talent Community

If you are interested in joining our team but do not see a position listed that fits your experience or interests, please  visit our website to join our Talent Community  and stay connected to future opportunities with the ASPCA.

Qualifications:

Language:

Education and Work Experience:

Our EEO Policy:

The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.  A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA.  Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status,  or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act:
Pursuant to regulations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), we provide this notice to applicants about eligible employees’ protected leave for certain reasons. Click on the link to learn more.

Applicants that are residents of Colorado and Oregon: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058 and ORS 659A.030, we cannot generally request or require any age-related information (i.e., age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution) on an initial employment application; this includes any age-related inquiries through completion of the initial interview. We can require/request additional application materials; if those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant should redact the information before submitting an initial employment application.

Indiana Applicants: Pursuant to Indiana law, we are providing notice that it is an unlawful employment practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by: (1) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States; or (2) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. Should you feel that you were a victim of discrimination on the basis of veteran status, please let us know at Alternatively, you can file a complaint with the following agencies at any time: Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) 100 North Senate Avenue, Room N103, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Office: | Toll Free: ; Hearing Impaired: | Fax: ; E-mail: | Website: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Indianapolis Field Office; 115 W. Washington Street South Tower Suite 600; Indianapolis, IN 46204; Phone: ; Fax: ; TTY: ;ASL Video Phone: .

Summary:

Who we are:

Have you ever thought about  devoting   your veterinarian skills to  the  recover y   and rehabilitat ion of dogs that are victims of cruelty and neglect? Come and join  the Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment (CARE) and  utilize   your skills to making the biggest difference in vulnerable animals’ lives.

What you’ll do:

The Director of Veterinary Services, CARE will perform all the duties of a licensed veterinarian, including providing compassionate, high-quality, practical veterinary care to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk animals and supervise LVTs .

What you’ll get:

Work/life balance:

• four-day work week with three days off to recharge

• four weeks of paid vacation time to relax

• paid sick time to heal

• ten paid holidays to observe

• plus - one week of paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like

• Access to no-cost CE opportunities   plus a CE allowance

• Terrific benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care, and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)

• Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional and a person.

• Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on.

*Schedule is Wed-Sat, 9-7pm

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Managing Medical Cases (60%):

• Ensure CARE provides high quality individualized care, considering the medical and behavioral needs of our patients while maintaining overall population medicine using shelter best practices to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk patients.
• Serve on a panel with medical, behavior, and operations leaders to review cases and make weekly pathway planning decisions, including humane euthanasia decisions, taking into consideration animals’ physical and behavioral well-being, using organizationally aligned tools developed to assess quality of life and readiness for adoption.
• Perform humane euthanasia for animals deemed unsuitable for placement, working closely with the behavior and medical teams to ensure a compassionate, low-stress procedure.
• Perform medical intakes on all new NYPD and CE cases admitted to CARE and in collaboration with partner departments for animals admitted to veterinary partner hospitals, AAH, ARC, and Adoption Center as needed.
• Provide medical support for large scale NYPD and CE cases.
• Perform exams, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments with full utilization of Fear Free medical handling.  Ensure all staff are practicing Fear Free handing.
• Develop skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment plans following ARC/CARE/AAH medical parameters and guidelines.  
• Provide medical care for outpatients of owned, fostered out and/or animals in transition to the Adoption Center and placement partners.
• Maintain thorough, high quality medical records, documenting all exam findings, test results, and treatments.
• Work with partner hospitals as needed, including referral for advanced care, and assessing medical stability of new cases at partner hospitals.
• Respond to after-hours medical concerns.
• Oversee and maintain the CARE animal census.

People Management/Managing Patient Flow (20%):

• Oversee the daily medical care and case flow of the animals housed in CARE.
• Lead the Daily CARE rounds meeting.
• Lead monthly CARE LVT meeting.
• Develop, disseminate, and keep current the CARE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation. Facility-specific SOPs are developed in conjunction with ARC, AAH, Adoption Center, BST to ensure best medical, sheltering, and behavioral practices.
• Model a standard of continued commitment to improve and expand upon all aspects of CARE including, medical, behavior, housing, safety, and animal flow.
• Set expectations and goals and provide consistent, high-quality feedback to direct reports, including regular 1:1s and quarterly feedback sessions to build strong relationships, provide clear direction, and encourage opportunities for development. Complete annual performance evaluations.
• Practice and espouse positive, people-centric management approaches that are in line with team and organizational core values.
• Recommend internal and external training opportunities as needed for direct reports in identified areas.
• Respond to concerns from direct reports and selected administrative staff, addressing them promptly and accordingly.
• Handle employee-relations issues with confidentiality and care, ensuring compliance with any applicable collective-bargaining agreements.
• Conduct corrective actions related to performance.
• Maintain proactive communication with the Senior Director as to any critical situations or issues.
• Support the Senior Director of Veterinary Services in handling any adverse client or patient events appropriately and professionally.
• Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of CARE animal care and handling of dogs and cats.
• Serve as a champion in times of change management and proactively partner with the ARC and CARE Leadership team in identifying ways to improve people policies and medical protocols.
• Collaborate with the AAH Office Manager and Direct of Veterinary Services to ensure CARE has appropriate DVM coverage 7 days per week.
• In collaboration with the AAH management team, ensure the CARE veterinary team is scheduled for all required training, meetings, and lectures.

Interdepartmental Communication/Administrative/Other (20%)

• Collaborate and support the work of partner departments, particularly the Humane Law Enforcement, Community Engagement, and the Adoption Center departments.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with criminal cases.
• Attend staff meetings, doctor meetings and other requested meetings.
• Provide medical information and represent CARE to the public and to media when requested.
• Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal clients.
• Create, model, and follow written and verbally communicated ASPCA and CARE Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assist with special projects, presentations and data collection as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:

• Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
• Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
• Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
• Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
• Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals

Qualification Requirements:

• Ability to successfully work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that combines individual patient and shelter medicine and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and courteously with all levels of staff.
• Maintain an open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols.
• Deploy with BST, Community Engagement, Community Medicine, National Field Response or Rehabilitation Services at one time per year (locally and nationally).
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially dangerous animals in stressful conditions.
• Able to occasionally work in physically challenging conditions and able to wear appropriate protective gear, including a protective mask; job responsibilities may entail exposure to chemical and biological hazards, such as feces and blood, exposure to sharp objects, working in noisy environments and working in areas with uneven, wet, and slippery surfaces.
• The Director may be requested and/or required to work additional hours, weekends, cover shifts and/or stay late. 
• May be required to work or provide medical and/or staffing support for disasters/storm coverage.

Compensation and benefits:

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future. 

The target hiring range for this role is $169,500-$179,500. In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers a signing bonus.

For more information on our benefits offerings, click  here .

Stay Connected – Join Our Talent Community

If you are interested in joining our team but do not see a position listed that fits your experience or interests, please  visit our website to join our Talent Community  and stay connected to future opportunities with the ASPCA.

Qualifications:

Language:

Education and Work Experience:

Our EEO Policy:

The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.  A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA.  Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status,  or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act:
Pursuant to regulations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), we provide this notice to applicants about eligible employees’ protected leave for certain reasons. Click on the link to learn more.

Applicants that are residents of Colorado and Oregon: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058 and ORS 659A.030, we cannot generally request or require any age-related information (i.e., age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution) on an initial employment application; this includes any age-related inquiries through completion of the initial interview. We can require/request additional application materials; if those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant should redact the information before submitting an initial employment application.

Indiana Applicants: Pursuant to Indiana law, we are providing notice that it is an unlawful employment practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by: (1) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States; or (2) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. Should you feel that you were a victim of discrimination on the basis of veteran status, please let us know at Alternatively, you can file a complaint with the following agencies at any time: Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) 100 North Senate Avenue, Room N103, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Office: | Toll Free: ; Hearing Impaired: | Fax: ; E-mail: | Website: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Indianapolis Field Office; 115 W. Washington Street South Tower Suite 600; Indianapolis, IN 46204; Phone: ; Fax: ; TTY: ;ASL Video Phone: .

Summary:

Who we are:

Have you ever thought about  devoting   your veterinarian skills to  the  recover y   and rehabilitat ion of dogs that are victims of cruelty and neglect? Come and join  the Canine Annex for Recovery and Enrichment (CARE) and  utilize   your skills to making the biggest difference in vulnerable animals’ lives.

What you’ll do:

The Director of Veterinary Services, CARE will perform all the duties of a licensed veterinarian, including providing compassionate, high-quality, practical veterinary care to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk animals and supervise LVTs .

What you’ll get:

Work/life balance:

• four-day work week with three days off to recharge

• four weeks of paid vacation time to relax

• paid sick time to heal

• ten paid holidays to observe

• plus - one week of paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like

• Access to no-cost CE opportunities   plus a CE allowance

• Terrific benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care, and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)

• Room to grow: the ASPCA has robust professional development programs to help you grow as a medical professional and a person.

• Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on.

*Schedule is Wed-Sat, 9-7pm

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Managing Medical Cases (60%):

• Ensure CARE provides high quality individualized care, considering the medical and behavioral needs of our patients while maintaining overall population medicine using shelter best practices to a wide range of cruelty, neglect, and at-risk patients.
• Serve on a panel with medical, behavior, and operations leaders to review cases and make weekly pathway planning decisions, including humane euthanasia decisions, taking into consideration animals’ physical and behavioral well-being, using organizationally aligned tools developed to assess quality of life and readiness for adoption.
• Perform humane euthanasia for animals deemed unsuitable for placement, working closely with the behavior and medical teams to ensure a compassionate, low-stress procedure.
• Perform medical intakes on all new NYPD and CE cases admitted to CARE and in collaboration with partner departments for animals admitted to veterinary partner hospitals, AAH, ARC, and Adoption Center as needed.
• Provide medical support for large scale NYPD and CE cases.
• Perform exams, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments with full utilization of Fear Free medical handling.  Ensure all staff are practicing Fear Free handing.
• Develop skilled and efficient diagnosis and treatment plans following ARC/CARE/AAH medical parameters and guidelines.  
• Provide medical care for outpatients of owned, fostered out and/or animals in transition to the Adoption Center and placement partners.
• Maintain thorough, high quality medical records, documenting all exam findings, test results, and treatments.
• Work with partner hospitals as needed, including referral for advanced care, and assessing medical stability of new cases at partner hospitals.
• Respond to after-hours medical concerns.
• Oversee and maintain the CARE animal census.

People Management/Managing Patient Flow (20%):

• Oversee the daily medical care and case flow of the animals housed in CARE.
• Lead the Daily CARE rounds meeting.
• Lead monthly CARE LVT meeting.
• Develop, disseminate, and keep current the CARE Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation. Facility-specific SOPs are developed in conjunction with ARC, AAH, Adoption Center, BST to ensure best medical, sheltering, and behavioral practices.
• Model a standard of continued commitment to improve and expand upon all aspects of CARE including, medical, behavior, housing, safety, and animal flow.
• Set expectations and goals and provide consistent, high-quality feedback to direct reports, including regular 1:1s and quarterly feedback sessions to build strong relationships, provide clear direction, and encourage opportunities for development. Complete annual performance evaluations.
• Practice and espouse positive, people-centric management approaches that are in line with team and organizational core values.
• Recommend internal and external training opportunities as needed for direct reports in identified areas.
• Respond to concerns from direct reports and selected administrative staff, addressing them promptly and accordingly.
• Handle employee-relations issues with confidentiality and care, ensuring compliance with any applicable collective-bargaining agreements.
• Conduct corrective actions related to performance.
• Maintain proactive communication with the Senior Director as to any critical situations or issues.
• Support the Senior Director of Veterinary Services in handling any adverse client or patient events appropriately and professionally.
• Model a standard of continual commitment to improvement in all aspects of CARE animal care and handling of dogs and cats.
• Serve as a champion in times of change management and proactively partner with the ARC and CARE Leadership team in identifying ways to improve people policies and medical protocols.
• Collaborate with the AAH Office Manager and Direct of Veterinary Services to ensure CARE has appropriate DVM coverage 7 days per week.
• In collaboration with the AAH management team, ensure the CARE veterinary team is scheduled for all required training, meetings, and lectures.

Interdepartmental Communication/Administrative/Other (20%)

• Collaborate and support the work of partner departments, particularly the Humane Law Enforcement, Community Engagement, and the Adoption Center departments.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with criminal cases.
• Attend staff meetings, doctor meetings and other requested meetings.
• Provide medical information and represent CARE to the public and to media when requested.
• Provide a high level of customer service to external and internal clients.
• Create, model, and follow written and verbally communicated ASPCA and CARE Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assist with special projects, presentations and data collection as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:

• Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
• Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
• Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
• Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
• Focuses on Impact , specifically making change for animals

Qualification Requirements:

• Ability to successfully work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment that combines individual patient and shelter medicine and effectively multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability and without loss of attention to detail.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively and courteously with all levels of staff.
• Maintain an open mind regarding changes and be willing to learn, implement, and teach new protocols.
• Deploy with BST, Community Engagement, Community Medicine, National Field Response or Rehabilitation Services at one time per year (locally and nationally).
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work standing for 8 or more hours and bend, crouch, kneel and move freely to perform responsibilities that include handling potentially dangerous animals in stressful conditions.
• Able to occasionally work in physically challenging conditions and able to wear appropriate protective gear, including a protective mask; job responsibilities may entail exposure to chemical and biological hazards, such as feces and blood, exposure to sharp objects, working in noisy environments and working in areas with uneven, wet, and slippery surfaces.
• The Director may be requested and/or required to work additional hours, weekends, cover shifts and/or stay late. 
• May be required to work or provide medical and/or staffing support for disasters/storm coverage.

Compensation and benefits:

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future. 

The target hiring range for this role is $169,500-$179,500. In addition to a competitive salary, this role offers a signing bonus.

For more information on our benefits offerings, click  here .

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Our EEO Policy:

The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.  A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA.  Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status,  or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act:
Pursuant to regulations of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), we provide this notice to applicants about eligible employees’ protected leave for certain reasons. Click on the link to learn more.

Applicants that are residents of Colorado and Oregon: Per CO Senate Bill 23-058 and ORS 659A.030, we cannot generally request or require any age-related information (i.e., age, DOB, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution) on an initial employment application; this includes any age-related inquiries through completion of the initial interview. We can require/request additional application materials; if those materials contain any age-related information, an applicant should redact the information before submitting an initial employment application.

Indiana Applicants: Pursuant to Indiana law, we are providing notice that it is an unlawful employment practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by: (1) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States; or (2) refusing to employ an applicant for employment on the basis that the applicant is a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. Should you feel that you were a victim of discrimination on the basis of veteran status, please let us know at Alternatively, you can file a complaint with the following agencies at any time: Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC) 100 North Senate Avenue, Room N103, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Office: | Toll Free: ; Hearing Impaired: | Fax: ; E-mail: | Website: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - Indianapolis Field Office; 115 W. Washington Street South Tower Suite 600; Indianapolis, IN 46204; Phone: ; Fax: ; TTY: ;ASL Video Phone: .

• Recruit, screen, and onboard new volunteers.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive volunteer training programs.
• Create and manage volunteer schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all activities.
• Supervise and support volunteers, providing guidance and addressing any concerns.
• Organize and facilitate volunteer appreciation events.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and databases.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all volunteer-related inquiries.
• Collaborate with staff to identify volunteer needs and opportunities.
• Promote the organization's mission and programs to potential volunteers.

• Previous experience in volunteer management, coordination, or a related field.
• Passion for animal welfare and a commitment to the organization's mission.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with volunteer management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to commit to a hybrid work schedule, including some on-site duties in Boise, Idaho .

• Cleans common areas, cages, and kennels on a regular basis
• Supplies food, water, and personal care to detained animals
• Provides other animal needs as directed by shelter staff
• Takes phone messages and answers general questions
• Assists with grounds keeping needs such as trash removal, weeding, etc.
• Assists with stocking general supplies such as food, litter, etc.
• Assists guests with general inquiries and viewing of detained animals
• Assists other employees with general departmental functions
• Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting other departments as required.

• High school graduate or GED
• Valid Class "D" Oklahoma Driver's license
• One to two years of experience handling animals
• Knowledge of City policy and procedures
• Knowledge of shelter regulations and guidelines
• Skill in the capture and transport of animals
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Ability to perform light maintenance

• Longevity Pay

United Spay Alliance is looking for a creative and reliable volunteer to support our mission by posting on social media-mainly Instagram and Facebook. We’ll provide you with event details, ready-to-use Canva templates, and clear guidance-you’ll help bring it all to life online!

This is a flexible role perfect for someone who enjoys social media, cares about animal welfare, and wants to make a difference from home. By helping us share events, resources, and updates, you’ll play a direct role in raising awareness about spay/neuter programs and improving the lives of cats and dogs across the country.

What You’ll Do:

• Post provided content on Instagram and Facebook (we’ll supply text, images, and templates).

• Share upcoming events, webinars, and educational resources.

• Help maintain a consistent and engaging online presence.

What We’re Looking For:

• Familiarity with Instagram and Facebook.

• Attention to detail and ability to follow brand guidelines.

• Passion for animals and spreading awareness.

• Reliable and able to commit a few hours per month.

What You’ll Gain:

• Experience with nonprofit communications and social media.

• Training and resources provided (including Canva templates).

• The satisfaction of helping a national organization dedicated to reducing pet overpopulation.

This is a remote, flexible opportunity-you can volunteer from anywhere!

Private Group Details:

• Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
• Event can be held virtually
• No Donation

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Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

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Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.

Purpose: The Principal Scientist, External Animal Welfare & Regulatory Compliance will provide global leadership and support for animal welfare review as part of due diligence processes and provide support for animal welfare assessments and clinical case management for externalized research. This role will serve as an effective champion for animal welfare and the 3Rs and will serve as a subject matter expert for animal welfare and laboratory animal medicine.

You will be responsible for:

• Support animal welfare and regulatory assessments of animal care practices during due diligence processes for potential research partnerships, acquisitions, or licensing opportunities.
• Conduct thorough evaluations of practices, policies, and compliance records of animal care programs at external organizations, business partners, and animal vendors.
• Assess alignment of third-party animal research programs with internal ethical standards and international regulatory frameworks (e.g., EU Directive 2010/63, USDA, AAALAC). Advise on the harmonization of animal welfare standards. 
• Review historical and current in vivo studies including species, study types, and application of the 3Rs. Identify and pursue opportunities for 3Rs advancement.
• Review in vivo studies veterinary data and provide guidance on clinical case management for externalized research.
• Provide guidance to researchers and senior stakeholders to identify and resolve quality issues related to animal research activities and to mitigate compliance and reputational risk to the company.
• Identify potential risks related to non-compliance, reputational exposure, or regulatory concerns. 
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the animal welfare assessment process.
• Assist in the continuous improvement of processes to manage external animal welfare & regulatory compliance activities.
• Benchmark industry practices to ensure alignment with best-in-class standards.
• Foster a Culture of Care that reflects excellence in laboratory animal medicine.

Qualifications / Requirements:

Education:

• A minimum of DVM/VMD or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited or recognized school of veterinary medicine.
• Currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine in at least one U.S. state.
• ACLAM Diplomate or Residency certificate from an accredited training program for Laboratory Animal Medicine. ACAW or other veterinary board specialties considered.

Skills/Experience:

Required:

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in animal-based research within pharma/biotech.
• Demonstrated expertise in clinical veterinary care, animal welfare, and 3Rs advancement.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks (USDA, EU Directive 2010/63, GLPs) and AAALAC standards.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a high level of diplomacy.
• Strong collaboration and professional relationship management capabilities.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance.
• Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all organizational levels to communicate compliance expectations and address concerns/issues.
• Active participation in industry organizations and ongoing professional development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Adept at working under time constraints and leading changing priorities to achieve results effectively.
• Must complete all annual training requirements. 
• Must perform all work per appropriate safety standards. Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment required to perform work tasks. 
• Applicable vaccinations may be required for entry and work within specific laboratory and vivarium spaces. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• The overall background of experience and education should be sufficient to allow performance of the job requirements listed. 

Preferred:

• Hands-on nonclinical toxicology experience, including study design and data interpretation.
• Experience working with large, complex international teams.
• Background in project management and organizational change.

Other:

• Domestic and international travel required; up to 20%.
• Availability for off-core business hours meetings and work as needed.

This is an essential personnel role: Essential Personnel are defined as the staff who are required to report to their designated work location, to ensure the operation of essential functions or departments during an emergency, as determined by the Company, or when the business has suspended operations. There are some individuals who may be required to perform essential services remotely and those individuals will be identified in advance and notified by their supervisors, but in most cases Essential Personnel are required to be on-site during an emergency or suspension of operations.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.